City Report · MO

Grandview

Pop. 26,527·42nd most expensive in Missouri·Grandview rents are up 10.8% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,398/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.8%
Month-over-Month
-1.1%
vs US Median
-$567
Falling (Monthly)
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Grandview · $1,398
More affordable than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
53/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Grandview's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$1,398/mo
Expected by trend
$1,423/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$890
1 BR
$990
2 BR
$1,140
3 BR
$1,490
4 BR+
$1,740
Research median
$1,140/mo

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

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$16,776/yr
At $1,398/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 10.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.8% YoY, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Grandview, MO is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
26,527
Median income
$53,447
Median age
34.7
Renters
50.9%
Age distribution
23.3%
27.1%
23.9%
14.4%
Under 1823.3%
18–3427.1%
35–5423.9%
55–6411.2%
65+14.4%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
48.2%
32.3%
14.3%
White48.2%
Black32.3%
Hispanic14.3%
Asian2%
Other3.1%
Education (25+)
28.9%
34.1%
25.5%
No HS diploma11.5%
HS diploma28.9%
Some college34.1%
Bachelor's+25.5%
Housing tenure
49.1%
50.9%
Owner49.1%
Renter50.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Grandview, MO has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,008 → $1,398
up 38.7%
Income
$48,233 → $53,447
up 10.8%
Population
25,931 → 26,527
up 2.3%
Renter share
49.4% → 50.9%
+1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
21.2% → 25.5%
+4.3 pts
Median age
36.8 → 34.7
-2.1 yrs

The median rent in Grandview, MO stood at $1,008 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,398, reflecting a 38.7% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $48,233 in 2021 to $53,447 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 2.3% since 2021, moving from about 25,931 residents to roughly 26,527. Renters now make up 50.9% of households, compared with 49.4% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 25.5% of adults here, versus 21.2% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Grandview, MO market of 2021.

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About renting in Grandview, MO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Grandview is $1,398/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $890/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,140/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $990/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,490/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($53,447/yr), Grandview ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Grandview an affordable city for renters?

Grandview is considered moderate for renters. At $1,398/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($53,447/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Grandview slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Grandview?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,398/mo in Grandview. The local median household income is $53,447/yr, meaning the typical Grandview household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Grandview?

Rent in Grandview has increased 10.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Grandview rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Grandview is middle-of-the-pack for Missouri for rent, ranking #42 out of 74 tracked cities at $1,398/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Grandview?

Raytown is nearby and more affordable at $1,392/mo, which is $6 less than Grandview.

What percentage of Grandview residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 50.9% of Grandview households are renters, while 49.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Grandview has a strong rental market.

How does Grandview rent compare to the national average?

Grandview's median rent of $1,398/mo is $567 (29%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #42 out of 74 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $1,398/mo, rent takes ~31% of Grandview's median household income ($53,447/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Grandview 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–4.7%
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