Economy & Housing Articles

The region repriced: What new housing data reveals about affordability in the Kansas City metro
March 16, 2026 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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Key takeaway: Rentals under $1,000 a month nearly halved, home values rose up to 72% and cost burden affects nearly a third of renters in every county in the region.

Initial figures show Kansas City region lost jobs in 2025
March 12, 2026 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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Between December 2024 and December 2025, the Kansas City region economy lost 3,600 jobs — falling to 1,150,100 from 1,153,700.

The World Cup is coming: What it means for short-term rentals and housing availability
December 10, 2025 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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How will the region’s housing system respond to temporary, concentrated demand?

Kansas City metro’s 2026 economic outlook
December 4, 2025 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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The latest economic forecast for the Kansas City metro area paints a picture of cautious stability with challenges and opportunities ahead. 

Regional Housing Partnership expands coalition working to address housing affordability and instability issues
October 8, 2025 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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New initiatives announced to help change the housing narrative and inspire more stakeholders to champion housing solutions

Registration open for KC Economic Outlook Conference
August 4, 2025 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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Gain timely insights and understanding of current economic conditions, namely those impacting regional and industry growth, at this half-day conference on Thursday, Nov. 6.

The price of a place: How income shapes where we live
June 5, 2025 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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Affordable housing located near jobs remains scarce for low-income families.  

 

Regional insights on short-term rental regulations
May 28, 2025 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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MARC has compiled a list of local cities' short-term rental regulations (STR).

KCHousingLocator.com helps connect more people to safe, accessible and affordable housing
February 19, 2025 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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Website feature strengthens partnership between property owners and social service providers serving clients with special needs.

Kansas City employment surges in December
February 10, 2025 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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The region’s job count reaches a new high of 1,152,600 ranking us fifth among 11 benchmark metro areas.