Leaving Kansas City! What Is Making Them Leave?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 ก.พ. 2024
- This family is leaving Kansas City to move to Colorado. In this video we will find out why they are leaving and see if there is anything Kansas City could change to keep them from moving away.
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The KC metro is huge, as is Denver. What they are really saying is, "We liked our old NEIGHBORHOOD better." The "no one ever goes outside" cracks me up. In the city, they may be hiding under the kitchen table from gunfire, but in the suburbs, they are outside walking, biking, running, playing etc.
Fair point. That’s why they did mention in the video that they would have stayed if they moved into a different suburb. 🤷🏽♂️
Kansas City itself has a lot of parks Just saying. 🙂
@@daveoelke857 Yes, that is true.
I’m surprised that they found our winters more harsh than Colorado! 😊
Me too! Although, this past one was pretty brutal.
I lived in Colorado springs and was really surprised how mild the winters were compared the KC
Wet snow, wind,and ice.
The city always keeps me alert, more people looking for trouble than in the nicer suburbs.
Where do you live in Kansas City?
I was born and raised in Kansas City. Currently live in Independence. Independence used to be a shining suburb. But the gentrification in Kansas City has pushed the undesirables into this area east and south of the city on the Missouri side. They are right about how we are not active people. With brutal winters, rainy springs and super humid summers, no one goes out. When we do, we don't want to walk far. Lol
Thanks for sharing, I'm glad that their experience mirrors what you see as well. I hope that you feel Independence will improve in the future?
So would they be desirable to you if lets say their skin was pink and white?
And who does the "gentrifying"? Hmmmm...
@@alexisinsunza8120 Not sure what your skin color has to do with anything.
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong if you dont know that you are either delusiounal or in denial
As someone that was in Kansas City for a few months just last year for work and left as soon after, the biggest thing: the City is extremely segregated. Huge class divides. Huge racial divides (every ethnic group is a clique to themselves). There's even a huge divide between Kansas City, KS and Kansas City, MO. Very bad, divided energy in Kansas City!
I agree with you on the divides, although I think that it's slowly improving. I guess the "energy" is up for debate as everyone has their own opinion on what that is like.
I'm black in this area and don't see any segregation. Can you elaborate?
@@jenealeverett2269 Troost was the "redline." Realtors steered African Americans east of Troost, and some banks would not give loans to blacks west of Troost. Although these practices are illegal today, the remnants of this segregation are still easily seen if you drive around east of the plaza.
I was born in metro KC and grew up in Johnson County (now on the west coast). The weather is harsh and extreme, and that contributes to the reasons people don't get outside so much. The nature of the place is it's spread out, so there's no easy getting from one part of town to another except in a car. There are genuinely decent people there - glad you liked the parks, etc. Then there are the Chiefs!
Thanks for commenting and contributing! Do you think you would ever consider coming back?
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong Funny you ask that. I've occasionally thought about that, but coming back would be a problem for me. I'm now retired, having experienced a health event, and relocating at my age would be problematic, unrelated to the town.
@@chuckgray9058 Got it. That's understandable. I'm sorry to hear that though.
A good first thing to learn when moving to another state, is to learn the name of the state. Independence is in Missouri, yet he keeps calling it Kansas. We Missourians absolutely do not like being called or confused with Kansas! That goes back to the Civil War. But Kansas City, Missouri was around LOOOOOONG before there was ever a state of Kansas.
Overland Park and Prairie Village are in KANSAS, yet he said Prairie Village is "still in the city". No it's not, it's in a completely different STATE!
The bad drivers in winter are most likely transplants, people who aren't from here that aren't used to driving in winter weather. Kansas City has a lot of transplants.
Sure, but they have only been here for a few months when they decided to move.
Say it louder so they can hear that in the back!
it doesn't matter it's all a shit hole
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The main metropolis is Kansas City, so I can see how they would include outlying towns in this conversation about KC.
And lots of people (outsiders, like rock stars) think Kansas when they talk about Kansas City.
I would never leave Kansas! I lived in Miami FLO Nashville TN Michigan and New Jersey I would never move from Kansas!
Awesome! I'm glad you like it here! Where in the metro do you live?
Its all taste and opinion, but god kansas sucks. Its boring.
@@alexisinsunza8120 You're entitled to your opinion! Thanks for commenting!
Showing pics of Kansas City. MO but talking about Kansas. Not the same. Kansas is a great place to live. Kansas City, Missouri is not. Independence, MO is part of Jackson County. It is diverse but segregated. Kansas City is unsafe at every level: politically, socially, economically, and literally unsafe.
Kansas is a place that I was happy to move away from. I would never move back there.
Great video. It would be a great resource for people who wants to move KC. Nevertheless, I think the crime issue is just in some areas, not all of KC. The North Land doesn’t have those Issues I think 🤔.
Glad you found it helpful! No brother, I think that the area you’re moving to in the Northland isn’t going to have as much of the same issues. There is crime everywhere of course, but you will not find the same propensity of crime in the Northland as in Independence.
Gee I wonder why the crime rate is so low in the North Land, maybe it s a demographics
I've lived here since 1987 and I'm going back home to Bates county and I can't wait!
Awesome! You're moving out of KC, I presume?
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong It's become a SHITHOLE! Yes! and I'm as happy about leaving as you are about me leaving. Enjoy the shithole!
I lived in KCMO from 2000-2005 near Gladstone and in Grain Valley from 2005-2010. Loved it! Only moved bc of work. I’m more of a small town girl, but have lived in Omaha and Memphis too. KCMO is the only big city that I’ve ever enjoyed living in.
We hope you come back! Did you enjoy Gladstone or Grain Valley more?
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong I enjoyed them both for different reasons. When I first moved to the Gladstone area, I found it pretty easy to meet people & made a lot of friends when I was living the single life.
Then I met my husband, and we moved to Grain Valley, since we thought it would be a good place to have & raise kids. Both of my children were born in Blue Springs. I think the only negative thing that I can say about Grain Valley is that the taxes were kinda outrageous (9.5% back then), which was pretty high IMO.
*From what I’ve been hearing though, KC has changed since I lived there, but there are bad neighborhoods pretty much anywhere you live, and you learn where those areas are in order to avoid them. That’s why I didn’t last long in Memphis (only lasted 3 months in early 2004). I worked in Property Management, and didn’t have a choice where I could live (since I lived onsite), and it was a pretty scary experience (arson, shootings, threats, etc.) The grass is not always greener, which is why I hightailed it back to KCMO.
@@allysonaa5730 Thanks for sharing your experience! So, you're back here now?
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong No, but I miss it. I’m back to living in a small town, but I like it here too. I only live a couple of hours away though.
@@allysonaa5730 Since living in KC and LA, I always wonder what small-town life would be like. I think I would enjoy it as well, but over time I would miss living in a bigger city.
They are in the wrong area for a suburban area of KC. The part where they are correct is stating Lee's Summit. OVP. Or maybe Belton For suburban areas. There's other areas where they probably would've been happy in. They could've gave South KC a Chance as it's pretty well mixed and still near Overland Park.
Yes, you’re right! I think that it was a combination of circumstances, but there are great areas around where you mentioned. Do you live here as well?
@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong I'm in South KC lol that's how I know. Been here almost 10yrs. Maybe they'll give the KC area another chance in the future I don't recommend Independence to anyone. Not even a friend of mines that currently lives in FL.
It’s not off the table for them! They have a lot of friends here.
@@JustRoShow Where in South KC? We live in Blue Hills.
@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong currently Grandview/KC border but I've stayed off 119th and Holmes area and off 103rd and Wornall area
The climate and the crime are the biggest downsides to this area.
I used to have family in Colorado and would visit often. I don't like Colorado as much culturally but the winters are at least sunny out. The snow isn't so wet and heavy out their either.
And the crime here is inexcusable. Can't even have a super bowl parade without gunfire. It's pathetic and, unfortunately, I don't see the city doing anything meaningful to change that.
I get why they're moving even if Colorado isn't for me.
Yeah, you're right. I also can't blame their decision. It can be rough out here. What do you think the city could do to change things?
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong Arrest ALLLLLLLLLL the bad guys....easy peasy Jailiniseasy...😜
Bro what there are always people outside in Kansas even during winter so not sure where they moved to. I'm about to move back to Kansas from California I just moved back here in 2022 and already can't stand it and I'm ready to sell my house and move back to Kansas I bought a house in Kansas for $222,000 my first house I bought here and in California it is way smaller than that house and I paid $600,000 for it with a rip off can't wait to move back
Glad you're coming back! When are you going to move?
This couple makes valid points, especially for cultural differences between CO and KC, especially for their own observations and what’s best for them. Now is certainly the optimum time to relocate and I wish them well in their new life.
Thanks for the kind words! I'm sure they appreciate it. Out of curiosity, what makes it "the optimum time to relocate?"
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong they mentioned she was pregnant and that's why I thought this is the optimum time for them to move and establish themselves in their new home. No other reason!
@@peldridge2627 Got it. I thought you were referring to the market in Colorado or in Kansas City. Yes, they are welcoming their second child soon! We will miss them.
This winter has been different because of El Nino. I hate to say this but if you want to move some place you know nothing about or have only visited DON"T buy a house!!! You loose a ton of money if you leave in under 5 years. Buying is for long term. Renting is good for under 5 years. It is some what easier to get out of a lease than it is to sell a house. Also if you rent then you can see what it is like in the area in all seasons let alone coming for a few days. renting also gives you the freedom to go check out different areas when you have time and not slammed all into one day. Some crime happens everyday in some areas, or it is infrequent. Also another reason to not get a house and leave before 5 years is that many houses were going for we over the asking price, but when they are being sold the home owners are taking losses. You don't have to worry about that if you rent. When my husband was younger him and his mom moved to Minnesota to be closer for his medical. His mom started in an apartment but then got a house. Everyone was wondering why she didn't stay in the apartment because they were going to be moving back in 3 years. So then she wanted to move back she sold the house and ended up taking a several thousand dollar hit. A couple of years ago my sister in law moved to Minnesota with her new husband to be closer to his family. My mother inlaw went up there a couple of days to look at places. She didn't find any on her trip. But my sister inlaw found a house for her and she toured it. My mother inlaw bought it sight un seen just going off the videos and the pictures that sis in law took. A few weeks later after her move in we get a call her talking about the place. She is saying how small it is. then at thanksgiving she was telling us that she was looking into moving back to IL because the property taxes are too high for her. So point being rent for a year so you can learn about the area and what the local government does. If you don't like it, your lease ends and you can go back to where ever you came from.
Hi Rachel! Thanks for commenting. For the most part, I agree with your assessment. However, I think there have been a few instances where I would slightly disagree.
-If you buy in a hot market that is rapidly appreciating with no end in sight, you may be okay. For example, I had two clients sell last year less than a year after they bought. Even after they paid the agent fees and the title fees, they made out $15,000 and $8,500 ahead, respectively.
-Those are both anecdotal, but I know this - if you buy in a new community that is going to be completed in the next year/year-and-a-half, that would be another instance where you could very nearly break even or come out ahead when you sell. I had a client who sold in a community like this, and after calculating their "losses," they figured out that they lived in an area for 1 1/2 years for nothing. Essentially, the sale of their home made it so they broke even and lived for free, getting all their money back.
Again, overall I do agree, I just think there are instances where it can be nuanced.
Is the crime rate and homelessness in KC really worse than Denver? I've seen a lot of videos mentioning how bad those 2 specific things were so bad in Denver.
Really? A cursory search shows that Denver is definitely safer than KC right now. What videos are you referring to?
You will never really be able to research crime. The states hide their crime AND liberal cities do not prosecute crime so though it's bad...you will not see it.
I agree... I think the migrant crisis in far worse in Denver but make no mistake Kansas City is becoming very Latino... sad to see it
Homelessness is way worse in Denver. We were there in the fall and passed numerous tent cities. It was remarkable. Traffic also sucked compared to KC. I was not a fan at all. Loved a lot that Colorado had to offer outside of the Denver area though.
@@rdonn7615 Yeah, I've heard mixed reviews about how homelessness is around Colorado. Just like everywhere else, I think that its so area-dependent. Do you live in KC now?
I moved from Olathe, KS, to Denver 7 years ago. Best. Move. Ever! However, as a conservative, the politics are terrible. For example. Mayor Johnson in Denver is allocating $180 million tax payers dollars towards illegal immigrants, while those that live here and pay said taxes have parks and rec funds cut, rec centers funds cut, veteran/homeless funds cut, ect to make up for that money and that's only the tip of the iceberg. During COVID Denvers prior mayor went live on the news urging people to stay home for their "safety" while he was hopping on a private jet to go see the rest of his family. The media caught him red-handed. Again, just the tip of the iceberg. Oh, and I did not like living in the midwest at all. I grew up in St. Louis and live in Olathe until I was 30.
Thanks for commenting! Glad you have found your place in Denver! What made you dislike the Midwest?
@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong For starters, the weather. The humidity is crazy during the summer, and the winters in the midwest were so much worse than I have ever experienced here in Denver. In the 7 years I've lived in Denver, I've only heard 1 tornado siren, and it was from a neighboring city. Imo, the Midwest offers you the chance to... Raise a family with multiple kids and dedicate your life to that, street race, girll, and throw house parties. Not only did I live in Stl and Olathe, but also, Jefferson City and Overland Park. Again, I feel like if you want to raise a family and dedicate your life solely to that, then Olathe/Overland Park is a nice place to do so. Some people are meant for a more simplistic lifestyle, and some of us are not meant for it. I've experienced so much more living in Colorado in 7 years than I did living in the Midwest for 30 years. Although, the biggest negative thing I can say about Colorado is the lack of flavor and good food. Nothing can compare to the food/flavors coming out of the KC metro area. 🔥 I don't eat BBQ or Mexican food in this state because everywhere I've tried doing so it has been trash. Btw, if you havent hit up Torreon's Mexican restaurant in OP then you're missing out. Also, Johnny's Tavern and Tequila Harry's in Op are great spots as well. I miss the food more than anything else.
@@user-pn2rf2ix4m thanks for those recommendations! I appreciate the response! You're right, many people who move out here are seeking that quiet lifestyle raising their kids, and settling down. It definitely is not for everyone. So glad you're happy in Colorado. Do you still have family in the area?
You took the words right out of my mouth. It's good for dedicating yourself to raising a family or retirement. Yes, I have a lot of family throughout MO, KS, IA, OK, and NE. 😮💨 I felt like one of those kids who grew up in a small town just trying to make it out and was one of the few lucky people who did. 😆
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong Austin's Bar and Grill in Olathe is another good one. 👍
The hoods they mentioned they liked. The most High Dollar purchase, rent, Property tax through the roof. Nice but exspensive.
Yes, totally true! Those areas are super popular and fun, with fantastic school districts! We would love to live there, but you're right - unaffordable for a lot of people. Do you live in KC?
I am moving to Kansas City for work at the end of June and I want to rent a room for a month or two so I can start my apartment search once I am there so If any of you guys know somebody that is renting a room hit me up
Hope you find something! Let me know if I can help in any way.
While I do not know where any rooms are for rent, I can tell you that our metro area is not as bad as some are commenting on here compared to other metro areas.
Yeah they picked the wrong area. But they are right about people being out walking. Its just not that common. Overland Park is a large, wonderful suburb, but nobody walks it. Its so spread out that you could walk 10 minutes and not see that much. KC metro folks love their cars.
I understand some parts of Independence are not the best. However, the situation they were in was because of family ties. Thanks for commenting!
Did she say you never have to water your lawn in Kansas? What?! The only way you don't have to water your own is if you don't have one.
I've lived here for 5 years and never watered a lawn. Never had any grass die.
Independence Missouri is not a good first impression of Kansas City😂😂😂😂
But the kcmo is to spread out..
I understand that. There are nicer areas of Independence though.
Leavenworth is not so bad to live in but as someone who loves hiking and outdoor activities Im finding the KC area to just...be extremely unstimulating to the point Im restless and ungodly bored. Ive lived here 10 years for my adult life(I am initially from El Paso, Tx) and its just..not for me.. Im only staying because all my family moved here from tx and germany. I did move to KCK itself for 5 years as well and while I love union station and some of the musuems and stuff its still just..not stimulating. Theres no side walks for walking, it feels so unsafe to do so in terms of getting hit by a car. And Ive tried the trails but the trails are like...the kind Id let my 8yr old and the dog go play on.. and it feels like theres nothing for said child to DO outside..idk boyscouts?
But since all my family is here, I am reluctant to leave. I dont want to be far from them. For now Im settling for once a year or every few years taking a long road trip to actually go someplace nice. The family outweighs that at least for me but damn do I miss mountains and stuff haha..
I hear you there! Where would you go if you did move?
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong you know, Im really not sure. Id have to go visit a place when it is not tourist season, stay a while every so often and see if I actually like that place before deciding. Absolutely somewhere warm, mountainous and with safe places to bike or walk so I dont always have to spend on gas though! Id like to be on an outter edge of a city (which is why Ive stayed in LV), close enough to go places but without fighting for traffic when I just want to get groceries ^^" i loved Colorado Springs and Ruidoso New Mexico thus far out of places Ive been too. Ruidoso is more village than anything but its a lovely community and I know that area, the draw back being the biggest major city is 4 hours out. Colorado Springs was wonderful but Ive only been once.
I think my biggest qualifications are safe places to walk, activities for my son to do that arent just super expensive musuems and zoos or movies (parks and the like, you know?), places to hike nearby even if its a good drive out, and a good job market. The job market has been my other issue with KCK. Housing needs more fixing than anything else, and the jobs unless trade just dont seem to pay enough to not anxiously worry about paycheck to pay check. Though Ig thats everywhere these days haha.
@@meara628 I hear you there. Things are pretty difficult, and they probably will stay that way for awhile. I hope that you find somewhere you like, or find more happiness in KC!
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong thank you, Im sure Ill eventually learn to love this place. Just need to find a good balance and area. I hope you also have much happiness ^^
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The problem is independence, not Kansas City. And downtown Denver has so many homeless people. I’ve never seen anything like that in Kansas City. In my personal opinion I think crime is worse in Colorado. So many mass shootings have occurred there. I think if they moved to Lees Summit they wouldn’t be leaving Kansas City. Independent is the trenches.
They must have lived in Kansas City proper. Ive lived in the suburbs my entire life, and I try to avoid the city. It's shitty because of bad politics and a terrible school system, much like many cities in the US.
The suburbs, however, are a perfect place to raise a family. The culture isn't as "active" because the weather is more extreme hot or cold than Colorado. If you didn't know that after visiting multiple times a year that's on you.
Yeah the fitness culture is pretty strong and many sports teams and clubs to join even in OP and other suburbs. Can be fun if you let it
They were in Independence. What suburb do you live in now?
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong I grew up in Independence and what U can say is there are ok areas and there are shithole neighborhoods I wouldn't be caught dead in.
@@CharlieRogers50 Agreed. I think there are a fair share of neighborhoods that are decent. Where would you say the majority of the dangerous neighborhoods are?
Look, the topic of KCMO and ppl moving to it can't be summed up in a few sentences. Or even just over a cup coffee.
Kansas City, Missouri is a great area. The actual city itself is great, it really is, but I think its important, and more relevant to highlight the KC AREA as a whole.
Im not from here. Im not a chiefs fan. And I have no roots or ties here. Im 40 with a small family. Ive been here 5 years. I dont see myself ever leaving. Ive lived on both coasts, and lived in small 1k ppl country towns, and major big cities.
Again, I love it here. And don't imagine I'll ever leave.
I believe one of the bigger misconceptions about KC ppl have, at no fault of thier own, is that its more of a small time, maybe even country/farmer city. Maybe its the center of the plains location on a map, maybe its the word "Kansas" in its name. Really anyone thinking about KC should realize its not. Its a major metropolis just like St Louis, Chicago, Nashville, etc. Albiet, a little less populated than those examples.
So don't be so suprised about ppl talking about crime here. Yes, of course it exists, and of course it 100% matters what neighborhood you live in. Majority of crime is poverty on poverty. So if you don't go the wrong areas, you'll be fine. And full circle, this is why its important to look at the KC AREA as a whole, not just the city.
I'll be more candid and blunt than most. Majority of the neighborhoods within KC actual limits are going to be MORE crime ridden. However, unlike any place ive lived, its surreal that one stretch of streets is really ghetto, and then the next stretch is actually really nice. And it goes like that for the entirety of the city of KC. And a little into the suburbs that actually touch KC. So if your moving here, detailed research matters. The other side to that coin is that you can absolutely find a legit 3 br home for $900 month renting, or $100k buying.
Now, the surrounding area is very different story. Outside of Kansas City, KANSAS (KCK), which in my opinion is a whole ghetto itself, all the surrounding cities are pretty fantastic. The entire state bordering side of Kansas, from Merriam, Shawnee, Olathe, Overland Park, etc are very clean and offer a more "white picket fence" kind of lifestyle. But, the other side to that coin is its much more expensive. Housing and taxes to be specific. Back to the Missouri side; NORTH KC, Blue Springs, Lees Summit, Belton, etc, those are the sweet spots. Less crime, housing costs are more middle line/expensive and they still have everything. Meaning they're NOT in the country where Walmart or a nice restaurant are 30 mins away. However, other side to that coin is work commuting and going to music or sporting or any BIG events, will probably take more effort and patience on your part.
Again, I love KC and I the KC area. Beautiful parks, strong economy, pretty good housing, and a strong culture. Just do your research of where you can afford to live in this vast spread out but prosperous area.
Thanks for commenting. I think this is helpful. You think that KCK is the "ghetto?"
@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong I do. I know if you get more towards the outside limits, more into the country, there's some decent ranch homes. And the saying goes, there's nice spots in bad areas, but for KCK I haven't seen it. Reminds me of a small Oakland.
@@michaelfrumdebay3047 What about Strawberry Hill? That area has come up a lot.
@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong I dont remember the name of the street that 70w turns into, but for work I'm in the north part of strawberry hill every now and again. I can't remember seeing anything of awesomeness, but again I'm not fond of kck so I'm not to aware of thier trends. I do know kck had a recent huge drop in violent crime. So credit where it's due for sure.
@@michaelfrumdebay3047 Yeah, those areas are definitely up-and-coming. People are building quite large, modern houses near there.
WAIT WHAT? Winters are worse in KC than Colorado? Oh you mean people in KC deal with the winters here worse than Colorado (I believe that is MORE correct lol). They both have something going for them is that they will so have a kid soon. Kansas City is not so much of a city that is very fun for “some” unfortunate singles than other cities that have much more culture and action going on unless one is born and raised here in this city. Unless one has family here it can be quite hard to live here starting off. Living alone with no family is super hard as well. Ive met so many people over the years that at times its touch and go there in your life today and tomorrow there hard to talk to and there out of your life the next time. Many people social circles were built from people who they knew for many years from school, family and so on it can be hard for others that are totally new to KC to establish something with someone when many are already established and are not accustom to establishing anyone new in there circle that they have already established for decades. But some can be lucky move here alone and establish a family and stay here who knows. But over all if one can’t afford to travel and live alone, KC can feel like a over size prison sometimes until one gets the money to fly out of KC and escape the city the departure from KC to a more culture and fun city can feel oh so refreshing! But yea KC is what it is and it is what its not.
Yes, I think that's what they were trying to say. People in Colorado are more used to winter weather and navigating that. I guess it would depend on how you get involved with the people around you. We quickly found a group of friends here. The family in this interview actually has a lot of extended family here as well. I guess each person adapts differently.
Used to business travel to Denver. It's nice to visit but wouldn't want to live there.
Why do you say that? I thought Denver was really pleasant when I visited.
Cost of living is the first reason. I was near forced relocated there from KC and we would have been in financial ruin from the move. Traffic is another. Last is just personal. I don't like mountains. Want to relo me to a beach then I may be on board.
Yeah, I hear you there. Beach over mountains any day.
first of all you need to drop all of ur expectations… can’t live COMPARING
Fair comment, but I would think that would be really hard to do. Almost impossible to stop comparing place to place after you have lived somewhere.
I moved from KC to Denver. Seems like they didn’t do their due diligence. I’ve lived in suburbs of both cities. I grew up in one of the ‘burbs they mentioned. Denver has its fair share of crime. Denver is extremely segregated too. I remember seeing a cartoon map of Denver that listed “little Mexico, little Africa” and so on. In Parker, Co. the police told me a pedo investigation that ended in a car chase. KC is a much bigger city. I understand that’s there experience. Denver winters are softer. That’s not debatable. If they had done more research about the economic history of the metropolitan area they would’ve avoided Independence. Independence was a nice place before America stopped producing. If you live near Central Park in Denver, YOU WILL HEAR GUNSHOTS. That’s what you get when you have more guns than people in a nation. Kansas City is a more conservative city. Denver is more progressive. Take what you will from that. Congrats if you read this rambling post. 🤔
Thanks for commenting! I think they did their due diligence, as they do have a lot of family here and came to visit often. I just don't think you can know everything there is to know about an area until you live there.
Great interview but can I make a suggestion? Please let your interviewees talk unimpeded. I.E. We get alot of "yea, Uh-hu, mm hmm" from you while their talking. Makes it difficult for me to focus on what their saying.
Awesome suggestion. I will keep that in mind for future interviews. Thank you for commenting!
Lol, some people always do that because it's active listening. When I talk and people don't make a sound I feel they're zooming out 😅
Kansas city, Missouri?
That’s right!
But this channel also covers Kansas City, Kansas and the Kansas City Metro area.
Kansas City Kansas has the nicer suburbs
Kansas has extremely high taxes, Missouri is a different state, know the difference and do your research
I don't think you listened carefully enough...
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong That’s a big possibility, I only took the time to listen to the beginning.. people always talk about Kansas but means start listening to the video they’re talking about places in Missouri🤯
@@cindymccomb4531 Maybe! I think that with newer people, they confuse the two. I know they might be referring to the area in general, but I can see how it would be confusing!
One needs to know where to stay away from. You should have researched better. Kansans definitely do NOT cross the stateline unless the activity is a safe one. Missouri is dangerous especially Independence.
So different from the mountains. Many of us love visiting Colorado and won't move there bc of the snow.
I will be the first to say that KC is getting more liberal every day. I don't have to tolerate it. I plan on moving away this summer. I grew up here. Nothing holding me here. Children are grown.
If I were you, don't move anymore. Colorado on the other hand, is a wreck like Missouri bc of marijuana being legal. Potheads.
Hey Marshall! Thanks for the comment.
Yes, there are many dangerous places on the Missouri side, and it is growing more liberal as people move here. However, there are still a lot of reasons to live in the neighborhoods on the Missouri side. We moved to where we live in order to be part of a church plant. We have a lot of hope that our church can be an agent of change over time here. The Diaz family knew that they were getting into a more dangerous area, but they are also comparing it to the relative safety of Colorado.
Where are you planning on moving?
Oh please. Kansans cross the border every day for work, weed, cheaper gas, cheaper booze, and cheaper cigarettes at RED-X in Riverside.
@@markb3786lol work, over half the office space in the area is in Johnson county not Missouri. All the crime has driven the jobs away
I live in KS and most my neighbors still smoke weed dude... it doesn't matter what the law is people do it everywhere because enough people want to. Its just like places like chicago having constant shootings despite the massive gun control attempts. Prohibition doesn't work. You drive the market underground. People who want it still get it. Often cheaper too.
this is to funny he thinks he live in KS
Ah they must be broncos fans 😂🤪🤣
I will actually ask them if they are!
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong Just joking, I moved to KC in 1995 from San Diego.
Really good move for me.
@@diegohorton869 Chargers fan?
No not after 1999, Chiefs fan since then.
@@diegohorton869 Let's go!!
Well, congrats on getting out of KC. I currently have homes in California and NYC. I have a residence in Kansas City, but only live here about 6 to 8 weeks out of the year in support of a local business I own. Kansas City, from the perspective of, and I consider myself well traveled, Kansas City ranks pretty low on cities you would want to live. Kansas City has very little culture and when it is adopted, it's priced incorrectly. For example, when I travel to Japan, which I've done 8 or 9 times, the ramen is not only better than Kansas City, obviously, but cheaper. The street food scene here is horrible, and the food trucks offer nothing exciting. I think you can count on your hand and toes all of Kansas Cities points of interest. The Plaza, the Stadiums, Oak park Mall, the Nelson, Barry Road, The Casinos, Downtown KCMO which I add very hesitantly, Sprint Center, West Port, and maybe 1 or 2 other locations. There isn't much. Kansas City is land locked in the middle of the United States. Very little culture, no coastline and, flat as the eye can see. Even Kansas Cities music scene is bad. None of the major concert tours stop on Kansas City due to its smaller market. I have a friend who owns a 2021 Ferrari SF90 Stradale and when I asked him where does he show off his car, he replied "no where, there are only so many times you can drive in 5 minute circles around the Plaza." Which, sums up the extreme limits of living in Kansas City. I would urge others that if you are formally educated, and with means, to not make Kansas City your home. If you are okay with leaving your house and never seeing the mountains or smelling the sea, or living within an environment that is leading edge culturally, then KC is the boredom you would probably be okay with.
Yes, but I do think that you're overlooking the fact that Kansas City can be a very attractive place for a certain demographic. If you don't have Ferraris to show off and can't afford the coasts, then Kansas City is a good compromise for a low-cost place to raise your family with great amenities.
To pick on one of your points - about the "major concert tours" comment. When we were in KC late Sept/early Oct 2023, Beyonce was playing a sold-out performance at Arrowhead Stadium. You should have seen the people all dressed up (fabulous!) and miles of cars waiting to get into Arrowhead (8 miles if I remember correctly). The hotel we stayed at was full of excited concert goers.
Exactly! With the rising spotlight on Kansas City, it’s no longer a town where nothing happens. There are major tours here all the time.
@@peldridge2627 Sure, you're going to have a few bigger names come through, that will always be the case, but when I talk about concerts, I'm talking an entire summer filled with top acts. That's not going to happen here. And for a lot of people, that's not a dealbreaker. Kansas City has its cons and it has its pros. Personally, I get depressed after I am in Kansas City the 2nd week, but then I fly out. Kansas City metro area is going to be fine for most people because most people do not realize what is out there. And, you can't miss what you don't know about. There is something very exciting about an over-abundance of culture at your fingertips. When I say culture, I'm talking about music, art, street food, coastline, different people. When I am in Kansas City, I mostly see white people, a few black and then Hispanic, all beautiful people, but in NYC, every other person is Russian, African, Italian, French, Chinese, German, etc. Personally, I love that. Kansas City is not bad, but it really helps if you have just a HS diploma and no real ambition for adventure, Get a job, have a kid or two, married and then grind out your life. That sounds horrible to me, but for many, it's life.
@@all.day.day-dreamer a few points that you're making aren't quite landing. 1. The diversity of people is actually pretty remarkable here. I would say that we have met more people here of different ethnic backgrounds than when we lived in Los Angeles. The thing is that while there is a diversity of people here, there isn't enough to form a "group" or "clique" of similar people. We have met more diverse people here, than when we lived in Los Angeles. My last three clients were Somali, Czech, and Ethiopian.
Denver Sucks
Maybe to some people. I can see the appeal. I love KC myself, but each place has pros and cons.
Oh.. all of Denver is safe? Good to know. Glad you left. Don't come back
Yes. All of Denver is safe.
Epic retort. Maybe tell those 2 morons that can't figure out that kc might not have the same amount of out door society as the climate here is different. Does it hit 106 with 85% humidity in Denver? No. Wanna know why? Bc it's damn near a mile above sea level and it's in a mountain. If you can't figure that out after visiting all these years... then I got nothing for you. Don't worry. You won't hear from me again on this thread or any other. I've said my piece. I wish you all the happiness and health that life can offer you and your family sir. Have a great rest of your week.
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong lol ok clown
Glad you agree!
Yeah, there sure haven't been any school shootings near Denver. 🙄
No potheads either.
I understand your statement, but to be fair to them, KC consistently ranks in the lists of the most dangerous cities in the US. I don’t think Denver has the same reputation.
@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong Kansas City, yes, it's garbage, in many respects, but there are many areas surrounding that are great! Same wherever you go, but Colorado specifically has an incredible issue with school shootings. It's a plague in Colorado. Most likely has to do with all of the prescribed meds that kids are on there, but Kansas City is nowhere close in that area of danger. Not the place I would move to start a family!
🤣🤣🤣 "potheads" Hello 1980s!
People not as active......hahah...thats on you! See ya!
It’s on them that people aren’t as active as Colorado?
So you went for a walk in the -10 degree weather, right?
Have you been to other cities? KC is not active at all compared to most large cities. People are in their cars and in the suburbs. Very few pedestrians, cyclists etc. It is what it is.
You lived in a small town in Colorado. I am stunned at your thought process. You kept saying Kansas. Independence is in Missouri. It is also not Kansas City. You have no valid arguments. You obviously chose not to put yourself out there. There is a far higher rate of crime and homelessness in Denver than here. If you choose not to be a part of the community that is on you. 7 months is not long enough.
I think they have quite a few valid arguments. If you’re taking semantically, yes, Independence isn’t in Kansas. However, that doesn’t change a thing about their reasons.
Kcmo (Missouri side specifically) blows Denver out of the water as far as crime and shootings.
@@iknowdeweybrudda6564 In terms of higher crime?
@@LivingInKansasCity-JaylennWong yes especially the east side kcmo has a much higher crime rate. Enjoyed the video !!