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The Plains

Experience the heartland's wide-open spaces and community spirit. The Plains region offers a grounded lifestyle with a blend of urban and rural charms.

Total Population

21689816

Households

8,507,758

Land Area sqmi

507609

The Plains region, stretching across the heartland of America, is a testament to the country’s agricultural heritage and resilient spirit. Life moves at a different pace in the plains, where wide-open spaces under vast skies offer a sense of freedom and connection to the land.

Cities like Kansas City, Omaha, and Minneapolis are cultural and economic hubs, providing a contrast to the region’s sprawling farmlands and prairies. The Plains are home to a close-knit community vibe, where neighbors come together, embodying the true meaning of hospitality.

With its distinct seasons, the region offers a variety of outdoor activities year-round, from summer festivals to winter sports. For those seeking a grounded lifestyle close to the roots of American culture, the Plains region is a nurturing place to call home.

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South Dakota

Eden

Missouri

Ladue

Missouri

Westwood village

Missouri

Country Life Acres village

South Dakota

Glendale Colony

Kansas

Mission Hills

Median Household Income

66,771

US Average $74,580

Cost of Living Score

92.4

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Min Hourly Wage

8.88

Living Wage

16.20

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Compare The Cost of Living in The Plains

What’s the true cost to live in a Plains states
#3

Kansas

Cost of Living Index 87.5

Minimum Hourly Wage $7.25

Living Wage $16.38

#6

Missouri

Cost of Living Index 89.1

Minimum Hourly Wage $11.15

Living Wage $16.29

#7

Iowa

Cost of Living Index 89.2

Minimum Hourly Wage $7.25

Living Wage $16.18

#12

Nebraska

Cost of Living Index 91.9

Minimum Hourly Wage $9

Living Wage $16.6

#21

South Dakota

Cost of Living Index 94.5

Minimum Hourly Wage $9.95

Living Wage $14.85

#25

North Dakota

Cost of Living Index 97.1

Minimum Hourly Wage $7.25

Living Wage $15.37

#26

Minnesota

Cost of Living Index 97.5

Minimum Hourly Wage $10.33

Living Wage $17.74

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School Districts

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Olathe School District

Schools

52

Students

29,305

Teacher Ratio

12.16

Intermediate 287 School District

Schools

52

Students

800

Teacher Ratio

3.47

Rochester Public School District

Schools

47

Students

17,617

Teacher Ratio

20.98

Sioux Falls 49-5 School District

Schools

45

Students

24,957

Teacher Ratio

15.06

Shawnee Mission Pub School District

Schools

45

Students

26,462

Teacher Ratio

13.8

Kansas City School District

Schools

43

Students

21,593

Teacher Ratio

13.77

Division Of Youth Service School District

Schools

41

Students

415

Teacher Ratio

5.61

Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District

Schools

41

Students

29,245

Teacher Ratio

15.76

Millard Public School District

Schools

36

Students

23,762

Teacher Ratio

15.79

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