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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mission, KS is $1,709. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mission cheaper than other Kansas cities?

Mission is one of the pricier cities in Kansas, ranking #8 out of 25 cities tracked at $1,709/mo.

When was Mission rent data last updated?

Mission 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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Mission

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Pop. 9,915·8th most expensive in Kansas·Mission rents are up 24.9% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,709/mo

Year-over-Year

+24.9%

Month-over-Month

+11.1%

vs US Median

-$256

Rising (Monthly)

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Mission · $1,709

More affordable than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

27% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,709/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$68,000/yr

Local median income

$75,534/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,050

1 BR

$1,160

2 BR

$1,320

3 BR

$1,720

4 BR+

$2,040

Research median

$1,320/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

$20,508/yr

At $1,709/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 24.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+24.9% YoY, +11.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mission, KS is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 52.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

9,915

Median income

$75,534

Median age

34.8

Renters

55.1%

Age distribution

12.5%

38%

20.3%

19.3%

Under 1812.5%

18–3438%

35–5420.3%

55–649.9%

65+19.3%

Gender

51.4%

48.6%

Male51.4%

Female48.6%

Race & ethnicity

83.9%

White83.9%

Black3.5%

Hispanic6.2%

Asian4.3%

Other2.2%

Education (25+)

18%

28.2%

52.3%

No HS diploma1.5%

HS diploma18%

Some college28.2%

Bachelor's+52.3%

Housing tenure

44.9%

55.1%

Owner44.9%

Renter55.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mission, KS has changed in 5 years

Income

$68,859 → $75,534

up 9.7%

Population

9,884 → 9,915

up 0.3%

Renter share

51.9% → 55.1%

+3.2 pts

Bachelor's+

56.2% → 52.3%

-3.9 pts

Median age

34.2 → 34.8

+0.6 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $68,859 in 2021 to $75,534 more recently. About 55.1% of households rent today, against 51.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 56.2% to 52.3%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mission on your salary?

At $1,709/mo, how Mission rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $85,032/yr · Rent = 24.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $60,372/yr · Rent = 34% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $69,543/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $124,299/yr · Rent = 16.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $158,823/yr · Rent = 12.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $56,529/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $51,039/yr · Rent = 40.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $62,910/yr · Rent = 32.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Mission rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Mission, KS

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mission is $1,709/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,050/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,320/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,160/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,720/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($75,534/yr), Mission ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 24.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mission an affordable city for renters?

Mission is considered affordable for renters. At $1,709/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($75,534/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mission falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Mission?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,709/mo in Mission. The local median household income is $75,534/yr, meaning the typical Mission household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mission?

Rent in Mission has increased 24.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Mission rent compare to other cities in Kansas?

Mission is one of the pricier cities in Kansas for rent, ranking #8 out of 25 tracked cities at $1,709/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mission?

Kansas City is nearby and more affordable at $1,319/mo, which is $390 less than Mission.

What percentage of Mission residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 55.1% of Mission households are renters, while 44.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Mission has a strong rental market.