Average Rent in Kansas City, KS (2026)
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Kansas City, KS is $1,103/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 9 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +0.8% year over year (local market data), so an increase above 0.8% exceeds the local trend. Rents range from $900 to $1,650.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,103/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 9 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +0.8%
Source: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
Average rent in Kansas City, KS ranges from $900 to $1,650 across 9 ZIP codes.
The average 1-bedroom rent in Kansas City is $1,103/month based on HUD Fair Market Rent data. Year-over-year rent trends in Kansas City show a +0.8% change based on local market data. A rent increase above 0.8% in this area is above the local market trend.
Based on local market data data, a fair rent increase in Kansas City, KS is approximately 0.8% for 2026. An increase above 0.8% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
Rent Trends in Kansas City
+1.0%
Rents in Kansas City are rising at +1.0% year-over-year.
ℹ Limited data
Market sources range from -1.7% to +5.1%
Why the range? Zillow ZORI tracks what landlords are asking for units (+5.1%), while Apartment List tracks what renters actually sign leases at (-1.7%).Landlords are asking more than renters are paying — this suggests renters may have negotiating leverage in Kansas City right now.
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
What Should Rent Cost in Kansas City?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Kansas City typically rents for $1,006 – $1,179.
Rents above $1,356 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Kansas City typically rents for $1,103 – $1,289.
Rents above $1,482 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Kansas City typically rents for $1,253 – $1,462.
Rents above $1,681 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Kansas City typically rents for $1,634 – $1,904.
Rents above $2,190 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Kansas City typically rents for $1,937 – $2,264.
Rents above $2,604 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Kansas City
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$1,006
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$1,103
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,253
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,634
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$1,937
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Kansas City
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SAFMR rates are zip-specific.
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Questions about rent in Kansas City
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Kansas City, KS?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Kansas City, KS is $1,103/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 9 ZIP codes in the city.
What is a fair rent increase in Kansas City?
A rent increase up to about 0.8% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Kansas City. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals.
Are rents going up or down in Kansas City?
Rents in Kansas City have changed +0.8% year over year based on the trend measure shown on this page.
How much do rents vary across Kansas City?
1-bedroom rents across Kansas City range from $900 to $1,650 on this page, showing that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city.
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