83 movers in Lees Summit
King's Moving & Storage
"Worst move I have ever had. Poor quality packing job, unprofessional team leader. He offered to hire some crackheads to get the job done quicker. Brought a dog with him which he had to keep going to the truck to check on which slowed things up bec..."
Ace Moving & Storage
"I wish we knew and had done our homework. It cost us more money, damaged propety and frustration. USE Caution and do your research! Check out BBB and read my comments. Earlier this year, while living in Iowa, I accepted a job in another state. My ..."
Prairie Van & Storage
"This company was recommended to me, but I was very unhappy with the move process. Connie Johnson was very helpful with getting my move arranged, and the crate-and-freight packing service crew was fine (except for losing one of the wheels on my bed..."
Black Belt Movers
"Extremely disappointed in the professionalism of this company. I had a move scheduled on Sunday between 8 and 9 am. After I hadn't received a call that the truck was 15-20 minutes out by 9am I called the main number. It said that the office was cl..."
MaxForce Delivery Service LLC
"Trudy see you in court soon……. We were relocating from NorthWest Arkansas area to the DFW area in Texas when we ran across the adverts of Maxforce delivery service online. We engaged their services to move our properties from Bentonville Arkansa..."
NAL Movers Moving Co
"All was good until moving day came. I contacted Move That Stuff (Tulsa, OK) about a month before our move based on the recommendations of some friends. With Patrick on the phone, I walked through our house room by room giving a list of all the fur..."
Moving Solutions
"Just a quick message to thank you all at Moving Solutions. Roy and his team were amazing, they managed to pack up our house and unload again by 3.15pm. We’ve never before had a move that has gone so smoothly. Thank you all, we will definit..."
Fast Track Moving, LLC
"At the writing of this review, our bank account has been charged for their services, it is 55 minutes past the agreed upon arrival time and no one has arrived. No one has returned our calls. The reservations were made in advance through the Uhaul ..."
Cross Country Moving & Storage
"When my wife and I moved a few years ago, the movers did not take a few of our items because they showed up late and they were tired. We had a deal on the items they were going to take and all of a sudden they said no. We had to leave a few items ..."
What to know when moving to Lees Summit, MO
TL;DR: Lees Summit at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 38.8% of residents are renters and the median household income is $77,966.
- The Major Draw:
- Access to nearby parks, with Jackson County Parks + Rec rated 4.6 stars from over 2,500 reviews.
- The Reality Check:
- A poverty rate of 12.5% indicates some economic challenges.
- Commute:
- Only 0.3% of residents use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $1,151 in monthly rent on average.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Lees Summit has a population of about 21,430, with 34.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting a relatively educated community. The housing market shows that the median gross rent is $1,151, while the median home value is $242,800, indicating typical suburban affordability. With 0.3% of residents commuting via public transit, this is a car-dependent area.
Probably not your spot if you prefer to rely on public transportation, as it's minimal here.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,151, which suggests budgeting around that amount monthly.
- Median owner-occupied home value is $242,800, reflecting typical suburban home prices.
- 34.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher, contributing to community character.
- The poverty rate stands at 12.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the area.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Missouri's crime rates show some concerning trends, though they are somewhat improving. The state annual violent crime rate for 2025 is 422.6 per 100,000 people, which is 29.9% higher than the national average. Property crime is at 1,682.4 per 100,000, roughly 8.8% above the national rate.
- Violent crime: 422.6 per 100,000 vs. 325.3 nationally, with a 15.6% decrease since 2022.
- Property crime: 1,682.4 per 100,000 vs. 1,546.9 nationally, down 30.4% since 2022.
- Notable trend: The homicide rate has dropped by 31.6% since 2022, now at 7.2 per 100,000.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Missouri).
Schools & Higher Ed
Lees Summit has access to a total of 6 postsecondary institutions, primarily in nearby Jackson County. Notable options include:
- Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Kansas City
- Research College of Nursing
- Calvary University
Source: NCES Postsecondary School Locations, U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
Jackson County receives about 32.9 inches of precipitation annually, with an average of 97 rainy days. Winter snowfall is minimal at just 0.9 inches per year, with about 4 snow days. For outdoor enthusiasts, several parks are highly rated:
- Jackson County Parks + Rec - 4.6 stars from 2,547 reviews
- Lea McKeighan Park - South - 4.7 stars from 1,375 reviews
- Burrus Old Mill Park - 4.7 stars from 1,156 reviews
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
