Raytown, MO is a charming small town located in the state of Missouri. With a population of just over 29,000 people and a population density of 2,902 per square mile, Raytown is an idyllic place to live. The close-knit community offers many businesses, outdoor activities, organizations and sporting events for locals and visitors alike.
Businesses in Raytown vary greatly from the local grocery store to family-owned restaurants serving delicious home cooked meals. There are also apparel stores as well as pet shops and flower boutiques. Local organizations include the Raytown Neighborhood Association which works to create a strong sense of community service.
Year round outdoor activities in Raytown include biking along the trails at Blue Springs Lake or golfing at Longview Golf Course. During the winter months locals can enjoy snow tubing, skiing and snowshoeing at Snow Creek Ski Area which is only minutes away. Other popular outdoor activities include fishing at Foxwood Lake or exploring nature trails at Shooters Park.
Local sporting events throughout the year include high school athletics such as football and basketball games as well as youth sports leagues for kids of all ages. In addition, Raytown hosts a number of other special events such as movie nights and holiday celebrations for families to enjoy together.
The population in Raytown is 29,893. There are 3,010 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Raytown is 41.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Raytown is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Raytown
- 41.8% are married
- 14.7% are divorced
- 29.8% are married with children
- 20.1% have children, but are single
Race in Raytown
- 57.8% are White
- 31.6% are Black
- 0.9% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 6.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.3% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander