How much does it cost to rent in Fairway, KS?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Fairway, KS is $2,075. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fairway cheaper than other Kansas cities?

Fairway is one of the pricier cities in Kansas, ranking #2 out of 25 cities tracked at $2,075/mo.

When was Fairway rent data last updated?

Fairway rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Fairway

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Pop. 4,159·2nd most expensive in Kansas·Rental market data updated monthly for Fairway, KS

Median rent (all units)

$2,075/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+0.7%

vs US Median

+$110

Rising (Monthly)

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Fairway · $2,075

More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

16% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,075/mo, rent takes about 16% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$83,000/yr

Local median income

$152,574/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Fairway's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

2 BR

$1,942

Research median

$1,942/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$24,900/yr

At $2,075/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fairway, KS is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 84.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

4,159

Median income

$152,574

Median age

38.3

Renters

14%

Age distribution

22.2%

21.2%

29.6%

14.8%

12.3%

Under 1822.2%

18–3421.2%

35–5429.6%

55–6414.8%

65+12.3%

Gender

43.3%

56.7%

Male43.3%

Female56.7%

Race & ethnicity

85.1%

White85.1%

Black0.9%

Hispanic6.5%

Asian3%

Other4.5%

Education (25+)

84.9%

HS diploma7.9%

Some college6.9%

Bachelor's+84.9%

Housing tenure

86%

14%

Owner86%

Renter14%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Fairway, KS has changed in 5 years

Income

$136,579 → $152,574

up 11.7%

Population

4,147 → 4,159

up 0.3%

Renter share

8.9% → 14%

+5.1 pts

Bachelor's+

84.8% → 84.9%

+0.1 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Fairway, KS now reports about $152,574, up from $136,579 in 2021. The renter share has risen from 8.9% to 14%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fairway on your salary?

At $2,075/mo, how Fairway rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $85,032/yr · Rent = 29.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $60,372/yr · Rent = 41.2% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $69,543/yr · Rent = 35.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $124,299/yr · Rent = 20% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $158,823/yr · Rent = 15.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $56,529/yr · Rent = 44% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $51,039/yr · Rent = 48.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $62,910/yr · Rent = 39.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Fairway rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Fairway. Click any size for full breakdown.

2-Bedroom

$1,942/mo

Local insights

Tips for renters in Fairway

About renting in Fairway, KS

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fairway is $2,075/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,942/mo.

At 16% of local median household income ($152,574/yr), Fairway ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fairway an affordable city for renters?

Fairway is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,075/mo, rent takes approximately 16% of the local median household income ($152,574/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fairway falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Fairway?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,075/mo in Fairway. The local median household income is $152,574/yr, meaning the typical Fairway household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fairway?

Rent in Fairway has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Fairway rent compare to other cities in Kansas?

Fairway is one of the pricier cities in Kansas for rent, ranking #2 out of 25 tracked cities at $2,075/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fairway?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fairway ($2,075/mo): Kansas City ($1,444/mo), Mission ($1,709/mo), Overland Park ($1,800/mo).

What percentage of Fairway residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14% of Fairway households are renters, while 86% are owner-occupied. Fairway leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.