Economy & Housing Articles

How preapproved building plans can reform small-scale housing production
March 31, 2026 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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The Kansas City region faces persistent underproduction of housing across price points as demand grows. Preapproved building plans are one solution cities like Overland Park are using to reduce permitting time and quicken the development process for missing middle housing.

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.