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Rental Market Trends in Wichita, KS

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Wichita, KS is $850/month.

Rent in Wichita is 49% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$850/month

Average Rent

665 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.5%

Change / Year

1,913

Available Apartments

Wichita rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Wichita average $616 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Wichita average $850 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Wichita average $1,056 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Wichita average $1,264 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$616/month
427 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$850/month
665 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,056/month
949 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,264/month
1,195 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$858/month
565 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,006/month
708 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,532/month
1,290 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,935/month
1,726 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$653/month
544 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$819/month
794 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,518/month
1,049 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,041/month
2,049 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,081/month
808 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,536/month
1,244 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,899/month
1,826 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Wichita, KS?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.5%, which averages out to $21 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Wichita, KS

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Wichita, KS
Percentage*
Rent Range
33% Below $700/month
34% $700 - $1,000/month
29% $1,001 - $1,500/month
2% $1,501 - $2,000/month
2% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wichita?

Based on current rent prices, South City, Benjamin Hills and Southeast Wichita are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wichita.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South City
$707/month
615 Sq Ft
Benjamin Hills
$759/month
628 Sq Ft
Southeast Wichita
$762/month
662 Sq Ft
Southwest Wichita
$780/month
657 Sq Ft
Midtown Wichita
$811/month
660 Sq Ft
Crestview Heights
$830/month
675 Sq Ft
Sunflower
$837/month
630 Sq Ft
South Central
$868/month
549 Sq Ft
West Wichita
$900/month
690 Sq Ft
Northeast K-96
$996/month
770 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wichita?

Based on current rent prices, Delano, Downtown Wichita and Old Town are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wichita.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Delano
$1,663/month
789 Sq Ft
Downtown Wichita
$1,405/month
724 Sq Ft
Old Town
$1,235/month
759 Sq Ft
Northwest Wichita
$1,179/month
762 Sq Ft
Northeast Wichita
$1,096/month
712 Sq Ft
East Wichita
$1,018/month
653 Sq Ft
Northeast K-96
$996/month
770 Sq Ft
West Wichita
$900/month
690 Sq Ft
South Central
$868/month
549 Sq Ft
Sunflower
$837/month
630 Sq Ft

Which Wichita neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Wichita with the most apartments available are Northeast Wichita, Southeast Wichita and Downtown Wichita .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Northeast Wichita
$1,096/month
712 Sq Ft
Southeast Wichita
$762/month
662 Sq Ft
Downtown Wichita
$1,405/month
724 Sq Ft
West Wichita
$900/month
690 Sq Ft
East Wichita
$1,018/month
653 Sq Ft
Delano
$1,663/month
789 Sq Ft
Northwest Wichita
$1,179/month
762 Sq Ft
Old Town
$1,235/month
759 Sq Ft
Southwest Wichita
$780/month
657 Sq Ft
Midtown Wichita
$811/month
660 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Wichita, KS?

Because the average rent in Wichita is $850, you’ll want to make about $2,833 per month or $33,996 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Wichita, KS is 12.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Wichita is 34.3% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $616 - $1,264. You can expect to pay 4.5% less for groceries, 2.7% less for utilities, and 5.7% less for transportation.

City

Wichita, KS

1,913 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Wichita, KS compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Wichita, KS to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

South City

Wichita, KS

Delano

Wichita, KS

Studio
$527/month
$1,263/month
One Bedroom
$673/month
$1,400/month
Two Bedroom
$858/month
$1,742/month
Three Bedroom
$1,063/month
$1,729/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Maize

    Maize

    Avg Rent: $1,146/month

  • Haysville

    Haysville

    Avg Rent: $840/month

  • Valley Center

    Valley Center

    Avg Rent: $760/month

Apartment Communities in Wichita We Think You'll Love

Ovation Apartments

Ovation Apartments

4007 N Ridge Rd,
Wichita, KS 67205

1-3 Beds | $1,330 - $1,858

225 Sycamore

225 Sycamore

225 N Sycamore St,
Wichita, KS 67203

Studio - 4 Beds | $1,160 - $8,265

Lux Off Riverwalk

Lux Off Riverwalk

425 W Taft St,
Wichita, KS 67213

Studio - 1 Bed | $699 - $899

SunStone at Fox Ridge

SunStone at Fox Ridge

3312-3540 N Maize Rd,
Wichita, KS 67205

1-3 Beds | $1,200 - $1,553

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Wichita?

The average rent in Wichita is $850 per month, which is 48.9% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Wichita?

The average rent for a house in Wichita, KS is $1,532 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Wichita?

The average rent for a townhome in Wichita, KS is $1,081 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Wichita?

The average rent for a condo in Wichita, KS is $653 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Wichita?

Rents in Wichita, KS are increasing, with prices up 2.5% year-over-year and $21 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Wichita?

In Wichita, KS, 34% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Kansas Wichita Rental Trends

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 September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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