Raymore's early history is a little sketchy because official records were not kept before 1923. There was no regular meeting place to conduct city business, so meetings were usually held in the home of the mayor, city clerk, or one of the places of business. 

Raymore's recent history is dominated by its rapid growth. Located in northwestern Cass County along U.S. 71 Highway, Raymore is one of the fastest growing communities in the area, consistently placing among the top three communities in monthly statistics of new residential construction.