How much does it cost to rent in Junction City, KS?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Junction City, KS is $1,261. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Junction City cheaper than other Kansas cities?

Junction City is among the more affordable cities in Kansas, ranking #19 out of 25 cities at $1,261/mo.

When was Junction City rent data last updated?

Junction City 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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Junction City

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Pop. 22,331·19th most expensive in Kansas·Junction City rents are up 6.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,261/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.6%

Month-over-Month

+1.4%

vs US Median

-$704

Rising (Monthly)

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Junction City · $1,261

More affordable than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

28/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 11% above what Junction City's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,261/mo

Expected by trend

$1,135/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Junction City's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$750

1 BR

$750

2 BR

$990

3 BR

$1,390

4 BR+

$1,660

Research median

$990/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

$15,132/yr

At $1,261/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.6% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Junction City, KS is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

22,331

Median income

$61,181

Median age

28.8

Renters

49.6%

Age distribution

29.5%

31.7%

22.2%

Under 1829.5%

18–3431.7%

35–5422.2%

55–646.8%

65+9.7%

Gender

51.8%

48.2%

Male51.8%

Female48.2%

Race & ethnicity

57.1%

16.3%

17.2%

White57.1%

Black16.3%

Hispanic17.2%

Asian2.8%

Other6.6%

Education (25+)

25.5%

40.4%

25.6%

No HS diploma8.5%

HS diploma25.5%

Some college40.4%

Bachelor's+25.6%

Housing tenure

50.4%

49.6%

Owner50.4%

Renter49.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Junction City, KS has changed in 5 years

Rent

$887 → $1,261

up 42.2%

Income

$56,410 → $61,181

up 8.5%

Population

23,033 → 22,331

down 3.0%

Renter share

50.5% → 49.6%

-0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

22.4% → 25.6%

+3.2 pts

The median rent in Junction City, KS stood at $887 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,261, reflecting a 42.2% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $56,410 in 2021 to $61,181 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 3.0% since 2021, moving from about 23,033 residents to roughly 22,331. College-educated residents now make up 25.6% of adults here, versus 22.4% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Junction City, KS market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Junction City on your salary?

At $1,261/mo, how Junction City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $85,032/yr · Rent = 17.8% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $60,372/yr · Rent = 25.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $69,543/yr · Rent = 21.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $124,299/yr · Rent = 12.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $158,823/yr · Rent = 9.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $56,529/yr · Rent = 26.8% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $51,039/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $62,910/yr · Rent = 24.1% income

affordable

By apartment size

Junction City rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Junction City, KS

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Junction City is $1,261/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $750/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $990/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $750/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,390/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($61,181/yr), Junction City ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Junction City an affordable city for renters?

Junction City is considered affordable for renters. At $1,261/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($61,181/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Junction City falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Junction City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $50,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,261/mo in Junction City. The local median household income is $61,181/yr, meaning the typical Junction City household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Junction City?

Rent in Junction City has increased 6.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Junction City rent compare to other cities in Kansas?

Junction City is one of the more affordable cities in Kansas for rent, ranking #19 out of 25 tracked cities at $1,261/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Junction City?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Junction City ($1,261/mo): Emporia ($860/mo), Salina ($1,026/mo), Newton ($1,051/mo).

What percentage of Junction City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.6% of Junction City households are renters, while 50.4% are owner-occupied. Junction City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Junction City rent compare to the national average?

Junction City's median rent of $1,261/mo is $704 (36%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Kansas, it ranks #19 out of 25 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,261/mo, rent takes ~25% of Junction City's median household income ($61,181/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Junction City 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.1–5.7%

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