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Kansas City, MO vs Des Plaines, IL

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 Kansas City, MODes Plaines, ILUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock3638.1
 Snowfall14.5  Unlock27.8
 Precipitation Days97.7125.3106.2
 Sunny215  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock83.685.8
 Avg. Jan. Low20.1  Unlock21.7
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock6.97
 UV Index4.4  Unlock4.3
 Elevation ft.8996332443
Reviews for Kansas City    83 Reviews

I was born and raised in the Kansas City area and have moved and come back twice. Kansas City has a lot to do, prices are very reasonable, and how can you beat having a  More

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KC has seriously grown over the last 20 years, specifically the downtown area. The city as a whole has become a more inviting place for younger generations as well with  More

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Over 4 years ago

I have lived in Kansas City my entire life. I've also lived in other states. Yes, there are bad guys/gals that live here. Can you name a big city that is  More

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Reviews for Des Plaines    4 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

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Over 16 years ago

The historic center of des plaines is also downtown. Fairly easy commute to Chicago. The metra is right there. Also there is the Des Plaines public library with a great  More

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Over 18 years ago

Changing of the seasons is good. But it's too cold for too  More

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