Bedroom count
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Last updated on August 2, 2026
Average rent in
Wichita, KS
Average rent in
Last updated on August 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Wichita rent stands today
Wichita, KS rent rose 4.7% year over year, with a current median of $995/month. Renters today are paying $12 more per month on average than last year, a modest increase in a market that remains below its recent peak of $1,020/month from October 2025.
Compared to national trends
Wichita sits 48.7% more affordable than the $1,940/month national median, offering one of the more accessible rental markets for renters seeking value. The city has 390 total rentals, with a mix of houses and apartments.
Price ranges
Studios in Wichita rent for about $625/month, 1-bedrooms for $745/month, and 2-bedrooms for $925/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,395/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,695/month. Houses rent at a median of $1,300/month, while apartments are lower at $850/month, reflecting the city's nearly even split between houses and apartments in total rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Falcon Falls rents fell 64.9% year over year to $930/month across 15 rentals, a notable local decline compared to the citywide rise of 4.7%. El Pueblo also saw a large drop of 48.3% to $695/month within Wichita's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Wichita
$995/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Wichita is $995 per month as of August 2026. This is 49% below the national average rent, or $945 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Wichita
390
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Wichita rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Wichita, KS
Average rent prices in Wichita have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 5% 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
Wichita, KS
Rent prices in Wichita vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Wichita is $850, whereas a house costs $1,300. 1-bedroom apartments in Wichita run $749 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $897.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $625 |  2% | 1% | |
1 bedroom | $745 | 2% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $925 | 1% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,395 | 2% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $1,695 | 1% | 7% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Delano | $950 | |
Historic Midtown | $714 | |
Mccormick | $970 | |
North Central | $800 | |
South Central | $895 | |
South City | $947 | |
South Seneca | $1,175 | |
Southwest Wichita | $1,000 | |
Stanley Aley | $850 | |
Sunflower | $925 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $850 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $872 | 2% | 17% | |
Houses | $1,300 | No Change | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$625
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$745
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$925
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
Southwest Wichita
Average rent
$1,000
Historic Midtown
Average rent
$714
South Seneca
Average rent
$1,175
Sunflower
Average rent
$925
South Central
Average rent
$895
North Central
Average rent
$800
South City
Average rent
$947
Delano
Average rent
$950
Mccormick
Average rent
$970
Stanley Aley
Average rent
$850
Apartments
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$872
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
17%
Houses
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
No Change
The table above reflects average rent prices in Wichita, KS, 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 Wichita, KS compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Wichita and Andover by all bedroom counts and property types.
Wichita
49%lower than the national median
15%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Wichita, KS is 40% lower than the median rent in Andover, KS.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,650
3%$1,665
6%$1,500
9%$1,600
5%$1,495
18%$1,546
4%$925
9%$1,370
1%$1,000
23%$1,200
17%$1,400
31%$1,500
15%Cost of living in Wichita, KS
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 | 4% lower |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Health | 7% higher |
| Housing | 34% lower |
| Transportation | 6% lower |
| Utilities | 3% lower |
Discover rentals in Wichita, KS
3d ago
5323 E Harry St, Wichita, KS 67218
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$500–$900
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1940 S Woodlawn Blvd, Wichita, KS 67218
1–2 beds
1 bath
$550–$675
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
550 Nims, Wichita, KS 67203
1–2 beds
1 bath
$595–$723
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 26
1d ago
2136 W Irving St, Wichita, KS 67213
2 beds
1 bath
$600
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Wichita
3554 N Tyler Ct #1, Wichita, KS 67205
4 beds
3 baths
$2,900
House for rent
Available May 1
3d ago
House for rent in Wichita
4 beds
3 baths
$2,595
House for rent
Available Jul 29
19h ago
2023 N Broadmoor St, Wichita, KS 67206
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,095–$5,675
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 26
5d+ ago
House for rent in Wichita
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
House for rent
1d ago
Verified
8405 W Central Ave, Wichita, KS 67212
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$759–$1,059
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
770 N Silver Springs Blvd, Wichita, KS 67212
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$899–$1,199
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
7272 E 37th St N, Wichita, KS 67226
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$994–$1,264
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2901 North Governeour Street, Wichita, KS 67226
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$805–$1,245
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
7272 E 37th St N, Wichita, KS 67226
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$994–$1,264
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
4141 South Seneca Street, Wichita, KS 67217
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$497–$727
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2901 N Governeour St, Wichita, KS 67226
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$905–$1,395
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2901 North Governeour Street, Wichita, KS 67226
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$805–$1,245
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
8406 East Harry Street, Wichita, KS 67207
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
4141 South Seneca Street, Wichita, KS 67217
2 beds
1 bath
$727
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2720 South Seneca Street, Wichita, KS 67217
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$595–$758
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Wichita, KS
Quick answers to common questions about the Wichita rental market.
How much is rent in Wichita?
The average rent in Wichita is $995 per month as of August 1, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Wichita?
Average rent prices in Wichita have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
How does Wichita rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Wichita is 49% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $945 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Wichita?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Wichita are Historic Midtown ($714/mo), North Central ($800/mo), and Stanley Aley ($850/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Wichita?
To comfortably afford rent in Wichita, you'd need to earn approximately $40,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Wichita?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Wichita average around $750/month and two-bedrooms approximately $940/month, with one-bedrooms up 0.8% year over year and two-bedrooms up 3.1%.
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).