Rental GuideEmporia, KS

Emporia rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$687

Year Over Year Change

-3%

$23

Rentals available, last 30 days

Rent ranges for Emporia apartments

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

27%

$0 - $750

71%

27%

71%

How has rent in Emporia, KS changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Emporia, KS, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $687, which is a 3.13% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Emporia, KS is about $565. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Emporia, KS is $715, and studios are about $537 per month.

See more Emporia, KS rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Emporia, KS?

schools

4,357

students

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Who lives in Emporia, KS?

Gender

48% Male

52% Female

Age Range

0-19

26%

20-34

28%

35-44

10%

45-64

19%

65+

14%

Language

English

78%

Spanish

18%

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

14%

High School

51%

Bachelor's

23%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Emporia, KS?

Families

42% Families

58% Single

Property

52% Renters

48% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

28%

25-50k

27%

50-75k

19%

75-100k

12%

100-150k

150k+

How do residents get around Emporia, KS?

Emporia locals spend about 12 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Emporia is through Kansas City International Airport, 100.34 miles away.

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

5/10

More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

8/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Scores for Emporia are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Emporia, KS?

The overall cost of living in Emporia, KS is 15% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Emporia you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.33 per carton, and milk $4.48. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $124.00 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	7% lower
Groceries	3% lower
Utilities	20% lower
Transportation	14% lower
Health	2% lower

CATEGORY

Goods & Services