Fastest-growing city in Missouri: Lee's Summit

Fastest-growing city in Missouri: Lee's Summit

Number of households: 35,947
Pct. Chg: +2% since 2008 (+32% since 2000)
Average household income: $100,972 (+30% since 2000)
Why: Both businesses and residents have come to Lee's Summit for its exceptional quality of life. The town has miles of trails for recreational use and dozens of parks. However, after a decade of growth, development in Lee's Summit has slowed dramatically, according to USA Today.