Bedroom count
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Last updated on September 17, 2026
Average rent in
Wichita, KS
Average rent in
Last updated on September 17, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Wichita rent stands today
Wichita, KS rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $995/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with no meaningful change in monthly rent levels across the city.
Compared to national trends
Wichita is about 47.6% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value. The city offers 485 total rentals across a mix of housing types.
Price ranges
Studios rent for about $585/month, 1-bedrooms around $775/month, and 2-bedrooms near $960/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,400/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,795/month. Houses have a median rent of $1,300/month while apartments sit lower at $872/month, reflecting the roughly even split in inventory between houses and apartments.
Neighborhood spotlight
Cedar Lakes Village rents fell by 50.1% year over year to $873/month. This steep decline contrasts with the citywide trend of essentially flat rents in Wichita, KS.
Median rent
Median rent in Wichita
$995/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Wichita is $995 per month as of September 2026. This is 48% below the national average rent, or $905 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Wichita
485
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Wichita rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Wichita, KS
Average rent prices in Wichita have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same 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 $872, whereas a house costs $1,299. 1-bedroom apartments in Wichita run $780 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $959.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $585 | No Change |  8% | |
1 bedroom | $775 | 2% |  1% | |
2 bedroom | $960 | 1% | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $1,400 | 3% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $1,795 | 1% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Eastridge | $850 | |
El Pueblo | $925 | |
Historic Midtown | $695 | |
North Central | $875 | |
North Riverside | $1,095 | |
South Central | $837 | |
South Seneca | $1,050 | |
Southwest Wichita | $854 | |
Stanley Aley | $837 | |
Sunflower | $995 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $872 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $995 | 12% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,299 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$585
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
8%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$775
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$960
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,795
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
South Central
Average rent
$837
Southwest Wichita
Average rent
$854
Sunflower
Average rent
$995
Historic Midtown
Average rent
$695
North Central
Average rent
$875
North Riverside
Average rent
$1,095
South Seneca
Average rent
$1,050
Stanley Aley
Average rent
$837
Eastridge
Average rent
$850
El Pueblo
Average rent
$925
Apartments
Average rent
$872
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
12%
Houses
Average rent
$1,299
Last 30 days
2%
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
48%lower than the national median
13%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
13%$1,595
11%$1,495
2%$1,622
8%$1,272
16%$1,545
11%$950
9%$1,185
$852
22%$1,475
1%$1,300
29%$1,419
7%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
13h ago
5323 E Harry St, Wichita, KS 67218
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$500–$900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2303 N Somerset Ave, Wichita, KS 67204
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$550–$890
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
550 Nims, Wichita, KS 67203
1–2 beds
1 bath
$595–$723
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 26
5d+ 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
5d+ ago
House for rent in Wichita
2430 N Greenleaf St, Wichita, KS 67226
4 beds
4 baths
$2,895
House for rent
Available Sep 7
4d ago
Ridgeport house for rent in Wichita
3224 N Westwind Bay St, Wichita, KS 67205
4 beds
3 baths
$2,850
House for rent
Available Sep 20
1d ago
Delano Township house for rent in Wichita
4658 W Emerald Bay Ct #1, Wichita, KS 67205
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,600
House for rent
Available Sep 15
6h ago
Verified
1313 N Maize Ct, Wichita, KS 67212
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,144–$1,344
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
4141 South Seneca Street, Wichita, KS 67217
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$497–$727
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
550 West Central Avenue, Wichita, KS 67203
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$630–$800
Apartment for rent
19h ago
Verified
8405 W Central Ave, Wichita, KS 67212
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$789–$904
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
4141 South Seneca Street, Wichita, KS 67217
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$497–$727
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
999 N Silver Springs Blvd, Wichita, KS 67212
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$794–$1,114
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
400 West Central Avenue, Wichita, KS 67203
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$450–$753
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2720 South Seneca Street, Wichita, KS 67217
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$595–$758
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
550 Nims, Wichita, KS 67203
1–2 beds
1 bath
$595–$723
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 26
1d ago
Verified
400 West Central Avenue, Wichita, KS 67203
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$450–$753
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
110 N 127th St E, Wichita, KS 67206
3 beds
2 baths
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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 September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Wichita?
Average rent prices in Wichita have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Wichita rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Wichita is 48% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $905 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Wichita?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Wichita are Historic Midtown ($695/mo), South Central ($837/mo), and Stanley Aley ($837/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?
January offers the lowest rents in Wichita, running about 5.0% cheaper than October's peak prices. December also provides good opportunities with lower demand compared to the competitive spring months of March and May.
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).