How much does it cost to rent in Prairie Village, KS?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Prairie Village, KS is $2,283. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Prairie Village cheaper than other Kansas cities?

Prairie Village is one of the pricier cities in Kansas, ranking #1 out of 25 cities tracked at $2,283/mo.

When was Prairie Village rent data last updated?

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

City Report · KS

Prairie Village

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Pop. 22,874·1st most expensive in Kansas·Prairie Village rents are up 12.9% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,283/mo

Year-over-Year

+12.9%

Month-over-Month

+4.7%

vs US Median

+$318

Rising (Monthly)

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Prairie Village · $2,283

More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

37/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% above what Prairie Village's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,283/mo

Expected by trend

$2,148/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,550

1 BR

$1,710

2 BR

$1,940

3 BR

$2,530

4 BR+

$2,990

Research median

$1,940/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

$27,396/yr

At $2,283/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 12.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+12.9% YoY, +4.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Prairie Village, KS is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 72.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

22,874

Median income

$113,530

Median age

Renters

23%

Age distribution

23%

16.8%

27.4%

22.3%

Under 1823%

18–3416.8%

35–5427.4%

55–6410.5%

65+22.3%

Gender

45.7%

54.3%

Male45.7%

Female54.3%

Race & ethnicity

90.5%

White90.5%

Black0.5%

Hispanic4.7%

Asian1.6%

Other2.6%

Education (25+)

18.1%

72.6%

No HS diploma1.5%

HS diploma7.8%

Some college18.1%

Bachelor's+72.6%

Housing tenure

77%

23%

Owner77%

Renter23%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Prairie Village, KS has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,515 → $2,283

up 50.7%

Income

$92,753 → $113,530

up 22.4%

Population

22,812 → 22,874

up 0.3%

Renter share

26.4% → 23%

-3.4 pts

Bachelor's+

71.8% → 72.6%

+0.8 pts

Median age

39.7 → 42

+2.3 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Prairie Village, KS has climbed from $1,515 to $2,283, a 50.7% change over five years. Census figures show median household income at $113,530 today, compared with $92,753 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 23% of households, compared with 26.4% five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Prairie Village on your salary?

At $2,283/mo, how Prairie Village rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $85,032/yr · Rent = 32.2% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $60,372/yr · Rent = 45.4% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $69,543/yr · Rent = 39.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $124,299/yr · Rent = 22% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $158,823/yr · Rent = 17.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $56,529/yr · Rent = 48.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $51,039/yr · Rent = 53.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $62,910/yr · Rent = 43.5% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Prairie Village rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Prairie Village, KS

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Prairie Village is $2,283/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,550/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,940/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,710/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,530/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($113,530/yr), Prairie Village ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Prairie Village an affordable city for renters?

Prairie Village is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,283/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($113,530/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Prairie Village falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Prairie Village?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $91,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,283/mo in Prairie Village. The local median household income is $113,530/yr, meaning the typical Prairie Village household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Prairie Village?

Rent in Prairie Village has increased 12.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Prairie Village rent compare to other cities in Kansas?

Prairie Village is one of the pricier cities in Kansas for rent, ranking #1 out of 25 tracked cities at $2,283/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Prairie Village?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Prairie Village ($2,283/mo): Kansas City ($1,444/mo), Mission ($1,709/mo), Overland Park ($1,800/mo).

What percentage of Prairie Village residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23% of Prairie Village households are renters, while 77% are owner-occupied. Prairie Village leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Prairie Village rent compare to the national average?

Prairie Village's median rent of $2,283/mo is $318 (16%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Kansas, it ranks #1 out of 25 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,283/mo, rent takes ~24% of Prairie Village's median household income ($113,530/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Prairie Village 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.1–5.7%

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