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Rental Market Trends in Wichita, KS

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Wichita, KS is $851/month.

Rent in Wichita is 49% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$851/month

Average Rent

665 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.6%

Change / Year

2,258

Available Apartments

Wichita rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Wichita average $617 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Wichita average $851 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Wichita average $1,052 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Wichita average $1,272 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$617/month
427 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$851/month
665 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,052/month
949 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,272/month
1,199 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$817/month
505 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,008/month
818 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,468/month
1,277 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,853/month
1,717 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$630/month
572 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$933/month
943 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,501/month
1,169 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,309/month
1,120 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,532/month
1,197 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,931/month
1,809 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Wichita, KS?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.6%, which averages out to $22 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Wichita, KS

July 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Wichita, KS
Percentage*
Rent Range
31% Below $700/month
36% $700 - $1,000/month
28% $1,001 - $1,500/month
3% $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, Schweiter/Mead, South City and Southeast Wichita are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wichita.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Schweiter/Mead
$601/month
562 Sq Ft
South City
$715/month
647 Sq Ft
Southeast Wichita
$770/month
660 Sq Ft
Southwest Wichita
$790/month
688 Sq Ft
Crestview Heights
$806/month
671 Sq Ft
Willo-Esque
$832/month
636 Sq Ft
Midtown Wichita
$835/month
646 Sq Ft
Sunflower
$841/month
622 Sq Ft
West Wichita
$884/month
659 Sq Ft
South Central
$976/month
537 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wichita?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Delano
$1,679/month
724 Sq Ft
Old Town
$1,317/month
763 Sq Ft
Downtown Wichita
$1,245/month
717 Sq Ft
Northwest Wichita
$1,231/month
773 Sq Ft
Northeast Wichita
$1,104/month
720 Sq Ft
McCormick
$1,036/month
504 Sq Ft
Northeast K-96
$1,009/month
761 Sq Ft
East Wichita
$999/month
668 Sq Ft
South Central
$976/month
537 Sq Ft
West Wichita
$884/month
659 Sq Ft

Which Wichita neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Southeast Wichita
$770/month
660 Sq Ft
Northeast Wichita
$1,104/month
720 Sq Ft
West Wichita
$884/month
659 Sq Ft
East Wichita
$999/month
668 Sq Ft
Delano
$1,679/month
724 Sq Ft
Downtown Wichita
$1,245/month
717 Sq Ft
Southwest Wichita
$790/month
688 Sq Ft
Northwest Wichita
$1,231/month
773 Sq Ft
Midtown Wichita
$835/month
646 Sq Ft
Old Town
$1,317/month
763 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 $851, you’ll want to make about $2,836 per month or $34,032 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 $617 - $1,272. You can expect to pay 4.5% less for groceries, 2.7% less for utilities, and 5.7% less for transportation.

City

Wichita, KS

2,258 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

Schweiter/Mead

Wichita, KS

Delano

Wichita, KS

Studio
-
$1,370/month
One Bedroom
-
$1,486/month
Two Bedroom
-
$1,786/month
Three Bedroom
-
$1,870/month
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Apartment Communities in Wichita We Think You'll Love

Ovation Apartments

Ovation Apartments

4007 N Ridge Rd,
Wichita, KS 67205

1-3 Beds | $1,412 - $1,851

225 Sycamore

225 Sycamore

225 N Sycamore St,
Wichita, KS 67203

Studio - 4 Beds | $1,217 - $6,364

SunStone at Fox Ridge

SunStone at Fox Ridge

3312-3540 N Maize Rd,
Wichita, KS 67205

1-3 Beds | $1,185 - $1,555

The Avante

The Avante

7400 W 37th Rd,
Wichita, KS 67205

1-3 Beds | $1,313 - $1,918

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Wichita?

The average rent in Wichita is $851 per month, which is 48.8% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Wichita?

The average rent for a house in Wichita, KS is $1,468 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Wichita?

The average rent for a townhome in Wichita, KS is $1,309 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Wichita?

The average rent for a condo in Wichita, KS is $630 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Wichita?

Rents in Wichita, KS are increasing, with prices up 2.6% year-over-year and $22 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Wichita?

In Wichita, KS, 36% 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 June 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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