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3. United States
4. Missouri
5. Jackson County
6. Independence

Independence, Missouri

Independence: A city in Jackson County, Missouri. It is located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Independence is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Harry S. Truman National Historic Site and the Independence Square.

About

Independence is a city located in the county of Jackson in the U.S. state of Missouri. Its population at the 2010 census was 116,830 and a population density of 576 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 116,774 inhabitants.

The city was created 199 years ago in 1826.

Independence is a city located just east of Kansas City in Jackson County, Missouri. With a population of over 117,000, it is fifth largest city in Missouri.

History

Independence was settled in the 1820s and named after the Declaration of Independence. It emerged as a starting point for westward migrations like the Santa Fe, California, and Oregon Trails.

Settlers outfitted their wagon trains in Independence before embarking west. This gave rise to a bustling commercial center and economy focused on outfitting travelers.

Today, the city celebrates its frontier heritage while enjoying growth as part of metropolitan Kansas City.

Economy

Major employers are the Centerpoint Medical Center, Independence School District, City of Independence, Bass Pro Shops, and Cerner Corporation.

The economy is diversified around healthcare, education, retail, technology, finance, and tourism related to history. The cost of living is lower than most metro areas.

Attractions

Popular historic sites are the Harry S. Truman National Historic Site, National Frontier Trails Museum, and Vaile Mansion.

Independence also offers the Silverstein Eye Centers Arena for concerts and sports, as well as parks, trails, shopping, and dining in its quaint downtown area.

Conclusion

With its rich pioneering history, affordability, site-seeing, and place in metro KC, Independence offers the ideal blend of past and present in the American Midwest.

Quick Facts about Independence

Population :	116,774 (2020)
Country :	United States of America
State :	Missouri (United States)
County :	Jackson County
Postal code :	64050–64058
Phone Area Codes :	816
Area :	202.76 km2
Altitude :	1,033 feet / 315 meters
Establishment :	January 01, 1827 (199 years ago)
Time Zone :	America/Chicago
Local time :	08:22:59 (25th February 2026)
Density :	576 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth :	-0.05% (2010-2020)

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Geography

Independence is located at 39°5'28"N 94°24'56"W (39.0911200, -94.4155100).

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Official website of Independence

• Official Website

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Demographics

According to census records, the population of Independence decreased by 0.05% in 10 years.

Population by years (2010 - 2020)

Year	Population	% Change	Method
2010	116,830	-	census
2011	116,947	0.1%	estimation process
2012	117,360	0.35%	estimation process
2013	117,336	-0.02%	estimation process
2014	117,575	0.2%	estimation process
2015	117,347	-0.19%	estimation process
2016	117,354	0.01%	estimation process
2017	117,336	-0.02%	estimation process
2018	117,213	-0.1%	estimation process
2019	116,925	-0.25%	estimation process
2020	116,774	-0.13%	estimation process

What is ZIP code for Independence

Independence zip code is 64050. County name: Jackson, County fips: 29095

Alternate Unofficial Names for Independence

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People born in Independence (86)

People born in Independence, including actress and dancer Ginger Rogers, fantasy novelist Margaret Weis, First Lady of the United States Bess Truman, .

List

• Larry Young (American racewalker) he was born in 10/02/1943
• Margaret Truman (American author of murder mysteries; daughter of 33rd President of the United States Harry S. Truman (1924-2008)) she was born in 17/02/1924
• Chris Pitman (American musician) he was born in 25/02/1976
• Patrick F. Gill (American politician (1868-1923)) he was born in 16/08/1868
• Arliss Howard (actor and director from the United States) he was born in 18/10/1954
• Jon Barwise (American logician) he was born in 29/06/1942
• Daniel McVicar (American actor) he was born in 17/06/1958
• Gary Bergen (NBA basketball player) he was born in 16/07/1932
• Jeffrey Lundgren (American mass murderer) he was born in 03/05/1950
• Charles Thomas (American politician (1897-1983)) he was born in 28/09/1897
• Jim Butcher (American author) he was born in 26/10/1971
• Paul Henning (American producer and writer (1911-2005)) he was born in 16/09/1911
• Peggy Noland (American fashion designer) she was born in 01/01/2000
• Johnathan Wendel (American electronic sports player) he was born in 26/02/1981
• William J. Randall (American politician) he was born in 16/07/1909
• Jared Huffman (U.S. Representative from California) he was born in 18/02/1964
• Rick Sutcliffe (American baseball player) he was born in 21/06/1956
• Christy Henrich (American gymnast) she was born in 18/07/1972

Schools in Independence

College & universities near Independence, MO

Code	Name	City	ZIP
177603	Summit Salon Academy Kansas City	Independence (MO)	64055

Stations (7)

Amtrak & bus stations near Independence, MO

Code	Name	Address	Type
IDP	Independence	600 South Grand Ave.	RAIL
KCY	Union Station	30 West Pershing Rd.	RAIL
LEE	Lee's Summit	217 SW Main St.	RAIL
WAR	Warrensburg	100 South Holden St.	RAIL
LRC	Lawrence	413 East 7th Street	RAIL

Post Office

Post offices near Independence

Post Office Name	City	ZIP
Indep Main Post Office	Independence (MO)	64050

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Other cities in Jackson County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jackson County , MO. (more)

City Name	Population	Title
Kansas City	495,327	The third most populous city in Missouri and the center of the Kansas City metropolitan area.
East Independence	110,675	A census-designated place in Jackson County, Missouri.
Lee's Summit	101,467	The most populous city in Jackson County, Missouri.
Blue Springs	56,547	The most populous city in Jackson County, Missouri.
Raytown	28,816	City in Jackson County, Missouri, United States
Grandview	24,711	City in Washington, United States
Grain Valley	14,827	City in Jackson County, Missouri, United States
Oak Grove	8,437	City in Jackson County, Missouri, United States
Greenwood	5,881	Town in Jackson County, Florida in the United States
Sugar Creek	3,235	City in Missouri
Buckner	3,010	City in Jackson County, Missouri, United States
Marlborough	2,142	Village in St.
Lake Lotawana	2,131	City in Jackson County, Missouri, United States
Lone Jack	1,378	City in Jackson County, Missouri, United States
Lake Tapawingo	719	City in Jackson County, Missouri, United States
Adams	690	Town in Jackson County, Wisconsin, United States

Distance to Other Cities

Independence distances to largest Missouri cities

• Kansas City
• St. Louis
• Columbia
• East Independence
• Lee's Summit
• Castle Point
• O'Fallon
• Saint Joseph
• Saint Charles
• Saint Peters
• Blue Springs
• Joplin
• Florissant
• Chesterfield
• Wentzville
• Jefferson City
• Cape Girardeau
• Oakville

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