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Kansas City
State: Missouri
Country: United States

Kansas City by the Numbers:

Population: 442,768
Elevation: 758 feet
Average Annual Rainfall: 37 inches
Average Annual Snowfall: 20 inches
Average January Temperature: 31 degrees F
Average July Temperature: 32 degrees F

Quick Facts:

Major Industries: Manufacturing, Meatpacking, Food Processing, Farming
Ethnic Mix: 84% Caucasian, 12% African American, 3% Hispanic, 1% Asian
Electricity: 110 volts, 60Hz, standard two pin plugs
Time Zone: CST
Country Dialing Code: 1
Area Code: 816

Did You Know?

Kansas City is known for its BBQ cuisine. Dating back to the 19th century, the legacy began when Henry Perry, the "Father of Kansas City BBQ" - started selling his tasty 'cue out of an old railroad car near the famous corner of 18th & Vine. Cooked low and slow, Kansas City is the only place for a genuine BBQ feast.

Orientation:

Kansas City is located in the midwest portion of the United States, just along the Missouri/Kansas state line. St. Louis lies 249 miles to the southwest, Des Moines, IA is 193 miles northeast and Wichita, Nebraska is just 63 miles southwest.
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