Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 1, 2026
Average rent in
Kansas City, MO
Average rent in
Last updated on August 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Kansas City rent stands today
Kansas City, MO rent rose 3.9% year over year, with a current median of $1,350/month. Renters today are paying $41 more per month on average than last year, reaching the city's peak median for July 2026.
Compared to national trends
Kansas City is 30.1% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median, offering a mid-tier market with 1,142 total rentals available for a range of renter needs. This positions the city as accessible for renters seeking value.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Kansas City rent for $995/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,149/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,399/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,600/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $1,850/month. These bedroom tiers represent the main rental options available.
Neighborhood spotlight
Park Plaza rents fell 51.8% year over year to $1,189/month across 15 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 3.9% rise. This localized decline shows variation within Kansas City's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Kansas City
$1,350/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Kansas City is $1,350 per month as of July 2026. This is 30% below the national average rent, or $580 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Kansas City
1,142
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Kansas City rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Kansas City, MO
Average rent prices in Kansas City have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Kansas City, MO
Rent prices in Kansas City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Kansas City is $1,265, whereas a house costs $1,585. 1-bedroom apartments in Kansas City run $1,170 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,450.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $995 | No Change | 5% | |
1 bedroom | $1,149 | No Change | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,399 | No Change | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $1,600 | 1% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $1,850 | 1% | 11% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Broadway Gillham | $1,010 | |
Central Hyde Park | $1,020 | |
Hanover Place | $1,100 | |
New Mark | $1,650 | |
North Hyde Park | $1,270 | |
River Market | $1,587 | |
Southmoreland | $1,085 | |
The Downtown Loop | $1,676 | |
Valentine | $1,250 | |
Waldo | $1,990 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,265 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,400 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,585 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $664 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,149
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,399
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
11%
The Downtown Loop
Average rent
$1,676
Broadway Gillham
Average rent
$1,010
Waldo
Average rent
$1,990
Hanover Place
Average rent
$1,100
North Hyde Park
Average rent
$1,270
Valentine
Average rent
$1,250
Central Hyde Park
Average rent
$1,020
Southmoreland
Average rent
$1,085
River Market
Average rent
$1,587
New Mark
Average rent
$1,650
Apartments
Average rent
$1,265
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,585
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$664
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Kansas City, MO, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Kansas City, MO compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Kansas City and Belton by all bedroom counts and property types.
Kansas City
30%lower than the national median
14%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Kansas City, MO is 19% lower than the median rent in Belton, MO.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,666
1%$1,695
2%$1,362
5%$1,450
6%$1,284
1%$1,231
9%$1,795
3%$1,179
15%$1,634
16%$2,008
11%$1,766
7%$1,317
1%Cost of living in Kansas City, MO
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 13% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 19% lower |
| Housing | 15% lower |
| Transportation | 13% lower |
| Utilities | 2% lower |
Discover rentals in Kansas City, MO
22h ago
7714 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO 64132
Studio
-1 baths
$300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Citadel apartment for rent in Kansas City
1 bed
0.5 baths
$605
Apartment for rent
2d ago
4140 N Walrond Ave, Kansas City, MO 64117
1–2 beds
1 bath
$700–$800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
11540 Holiday Dr, Kansas City, MO 64134
1–2 beds
1 bath
$700–$800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Oakwood house for rent in Kansas City
5 beds
3 baths
$7,000
House for rent
1d ago
1320 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64105
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,651–$5,681
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 31
1h ago
701 701 Berkley Park Way, Kansas City, MO 64120
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,389–$5,060
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 12
18h ago
Verified
1025 E Armour Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64109
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$985–$1,890
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
8800 N Ames Dr, Kansas City, MO 64154
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,420–$2,004
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
1000 Berkley Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64120
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,247–$3,366
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
14500 E Bannister Rd, Kansas City, MO 64139
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,299–$5,751
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
2705 Mcgee Trfy, Kansas City, MO 64108
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,256–$6,860
Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
3560 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64111
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$855–$1,880
Price drop
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
1025 E Armour Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64109
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$985–$1,890
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
8800 N Ames Dr, Kansas City, MO 64154
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,420–$2,004
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Kansas City, MO
Quick answers to common questions about the Kansas City rental market.
How much is rent in Kansas City?
The average rent in Kansas City is $1,350 per month as of July 25, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Kansas City?
Average rent prices in Kansas City have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
How does Kansas City rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Kansas City is 30% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $580 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Kansas City?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Kansas City are Broadway Gillham ($1,010/mo), Central Hyde Park ($1,020/mo), and Southmoreland ($1,085/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Kansas City?
To comfortably afford rent in Kansas City, you'd need to earn approximately $54,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Kansas City?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Kansas City average around $1,150/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,400/month, both relatively stable year over year.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).
For additional insights into rental trends, including month-over-month changes and historical comparisons, see Zumper's Monthly Metro Report.
Kansas City Metro Report
The Zumper Kansas City Metro Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to show the most and least expensive cities and cities with the fastest growing rents. The Missouri one bedroom median rent was $1,010 last month.
The Most Expensive
- Overland Park ranked as the most expensive city with one-bedrooms priced at $1,280.
- Kansas City was the second priciest with rent at $1,140.
- Blue Springs placed third with rent at $1,030.
The Least Expensive
- Independence was the most affordable city with one-bedrooms priced at $880.
- Leavenworth placed second with rent at $900.
- Lawrence ranked as third with rent at $920.
The Fastest Growing (Y/Y%)
- Lawrence had the fastest growing rent, up 16.5% since this time last year.
- Blue Springs saw rent climb 14.4%, making it second.
- Leavenworth was third with rent increasing 13.9%.
About
The Zumper Kansas City Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
Words by
Crystal ChenCrystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.