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Frankfort

Pop. 28,503·28th most expensive in Kentucky·Frankfort rents are up 8.5% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,151/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.5%
Month-over-Month
+6.8%
vs US Median
-$814
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Frankfort · $1,151
More affordable than 94% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
56/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Frankfort's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,151/mo
Expected by trend
$1,188/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$880
1 BR
$970
2 BR
$1,180
3 BR
$1,540
4 BR+
$1,760
Research median
$1,180/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
$13,812/yr
At $1,151/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 8.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.5% YoY, +6.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Frankfort, KY is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
28,503
Median income
$53,073
Median age
35.3
Renters
51.2%
Age distribution
22.6%
26.8%
21.7%
12.8%
16%
Under 1822.6%
18–3426.8%
35–5421.7%
55–6412.8%
65+16%
Gender
49.3%
50.7%
Male49.3%
Female50.7%
Race & ethnicity
72.9%
14.2%
White72.9%
Black14.2%
Hispanic6.4%
Asian2.3%
Other4%
Education (25+)
30.8%
31.7%
28.4%
No HS diploma9.2%
HS diploma30.8%
Some college31.7%
Bachelor's+28.4%
Housing tenure
48.8%
51.2%
Owner48.8%
Renter51.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Frankfort, KY has changed in 5 years

Rent
$796 → $1,151
up 44.6%
Income
$51,731 → $53,073
up 2.6%
Population
28,479 → 28,503
up 0.1%
Renter share
54% → 51.2%
-2.8 pts
Bachelor's+
28% → 28.4%
+0.4 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Frankfort, KY has shifted from $796 to $1,151, up 44.6% since 2021. Census figures show median household income at $53,073 today, compared with $51,731 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has eased from 54% to 51.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Frankfort rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Frankfort, KY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Frankfort is $1,151/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $880/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,180/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $970/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,540/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($53,073/yr), Frankfort ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Frankfort an affordable city for renters?

Frankfort is considered affordable for renters. At $1,151/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($53,073/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Frankfort falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Frankfort?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $46,000/year (~$22/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,151/mo in Frankfort. The local median household income is $53,073/yr, meaning the typical Frankfort household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Frankfort?

Rent in Frankfort has increased 8.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Frankfort rent compare to other cities in Kentucky?

Frankfort is one of the more affordable cities in Kentucky for rent, ranking #28 out of 39 tracked cities at $1,151/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Frankfort?

Lawrenceburg is nearby and more affordable at $1,138/mo, which is $13 less than Frankfort.

What percentage of Frankfort residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.2% of Frankfort households are renters, while 48.8% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Frankfort has a strong rental market.

How does Frankfort rent compare to the national average?

Frankfort's median rent of $1,151/mo is $814 (41%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Kentucky, it ranks #28 out of 39 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,151/mo, rent takes ~26% of Frankfort's median household income ($53,073/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Frankfort 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4%
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