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Kansas City, KS

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The “other” Kansas City holds its own against its more famous neighbor

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Welcome to Kansas City, Kansas, where Midwestern hospitality meets metropolitan living. Home to over 156,000 residents, this dynamic city offers an array of cultural attractions and contemporary developments. The Village West district features the Kansas Speedway, Children's Mercy Park (home to Sporting Kansas City soccer team), and the Legends Outlets shopping center. Housing options span from contemporary apartments near these destinations to established communities in historic neighborhoods like Strawberry Hill and Westheight Manor. Currently, renters can expect to pay around $1,069 for a one-bedroom apartment, with rental rates showing a moderate increase of 2.7% over the past year.

The city's heritage is woven throughout its diverse neighborhoods. The University of Kansas Medical Center serves as the cornerstone of the medical district, while the Argentine and Rosedale areas showcase classic architectural styles. Wyandotte County Lake Park offers 1,500 acres of outdoor recreation, including hiking trails and fishing spots. History enthusiasts can explore the Huron Indian Cemetery and the Quindaro Ruins, an important stop on the Underground Railroad. Located at the meeting point of the Missouri and Kansas Rivers, the city provides convenient access to downtown Kansas City, Missouri, while maintaining its independent character. The city holds a notable place in American transportation history as the site of the first project completed under the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956.

Explore the City

Enjoy the Kansas City skyline from the KC Observation Wheel.

At Wyandotte County Lake Park, you can store your boat in the marina for a fair price.

Colonial homes in Kansas City's Strawberry Hill district may have steep walkways.

At Wyandotte County Lake Park, you can store your boat in the marina for a fair price.

Enjoy the Kansas City skyline from the KC Observation Wheel.

Colonial homes in Kansas City's Strawberry Hill district may have steep walkways.

Rent Trends

As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Kansas City, KS is $877 for a studio, $1,077 for one bedroom, $1,204 for two bedrooms, and $1,476 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kansas City has increased by 2.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,077/month
701 Sq Ft
House
$1,756/month
1,160 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,528/month
774 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,309/month
1,234 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Kansas City, KS is 9.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Kansas City is 14.2% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $874 - $1,476. You can expect to pay 2.8% less for groceries, 2.1% more for utilities, and 11.3% less for transportation.

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Transportation

38

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

21

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

32

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Emerson Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

182 Students

Piper East Elementary School

Public

Grades 3-5

608 Students

Frank Rushton Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

311 Students

John Fiske Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

1,908 Students

Turner Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

565 Students

Carl B. Bruce Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

837 Students

Piper Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

708 Students

Turner Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

571 Students

Rosedale Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

798 Students

Argentine Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

569 Students

Piper High

Public

Grades 9-12

779 Students

Wyandotte High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,832 Students

J C Harmon High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,330 Students

Turner High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,171 Students

Washington High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,114 Students

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.