Independence, MO Area Guide

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Independence, MO

Independence is one of Missouri's largest cities with a population of over 115,000. While the city has not grown much in the last decade, it is still able to offer residents all of the amenities that they need to enjoy a high quality of life. The city is located near Interstate 70, and offers a lot of value to those who are looking to buy or rent their first home. Independence has a low crime rate, decent schools, and some restaurants that are worth trying.

One of the largest and most important employers in Independence is the public school system. Since the city has a large number of families, children's education is a critical job for the community. Fortunately, there are a large number of college-educated adults who are able to meet the demands of the city's children. The Kansas City Commits are a Minor League Baseball team that call Independence home. They employ a number of people providing support to the team in administrative roles.

Getting around Independence is as easy as can be since traffic is not usually an issue. Those who do not have a vehicle can use the IndeAccess or IndeBus service to get from point to point. Both of these services are affordable alternatives that offer reliable service most days of the week.

The Community of Christ Church is located in Independence, and the building that looks like an ice cream cone or a seashell may be one of the most interesting churches you will see from an architectural point of view. Little Blue Truce Trail is a great option for those who are looking to go for a walk, jog, or bike ride. It cuts through some of the prettiest areas of the city, and it offers car-free options for those who are looking to recreate. McCoy Park is a good place to let the kids run wild as you prep to have a picnic on a lovely summer's day.

Randall Elementary School and Santa Fe Trail Elementary School are a couple of good options for young students. If being located next to a highly rated school is part of your search criteria for selecting a home, these are two schools that you will want to keep in mind throughout your search.

Independence's downtown area offers a surprisingly large selection of shopping and dining. Dixon's Famous Chili Parlor lives up to its name and has one of the largest selections of chili east of the Mississippi. 54th Street Bar and Grill is one of the best places in the city to grab a drink and a meal. It is the type of place that you come to when you are looking to celebrate.