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Lees Summit

Pop. 103,656·23rd most expensive in Missouri·Rental market data updated monthly for Lees Summit, MO
Median rent (all units)
$1,632/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.3%
Month-over-Month
+0.2%
vs US Median
-$333
Stable (Monthly)
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Lees Summit · $1,632
More affordable than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
53/100
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Rents are right about where Lees Summit's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$1,632/mo
Expected by trend
$1,657/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,224
1 BR
$1,346
2 BR
$1,530
3 BR
$1,998
4 BR+
$2,362
Research median
$1,530/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
$19,584/yr
At $1,632/mo median
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Rents are climbing (2.3% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.3% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Lees Summit, MO is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 48.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
103,656
Median age
38.8
Renters
26.6%
Age distribution
25.5%
18.2%
27.5%
12.5%
16.2%
Under 1825.5%
18–3418.2%
35–5427.5%
55–6412.5%
65+16.2%
Gender
48.8%
51.2%
Male48.8%
Female51.2%
Race & ethnicity
78.4%
White78.4%
Black9.7%
Hispanic6.1%
Asian1.9%
Other3.9%
Education (25+)
18.7%
30%
48.8%
No HS diploma2.5%
HS diploma18.7%
Some college30%
Bachelor's+48.8%
Housing tenure
73.4%
26.6%
Owner73.4%
Renter26.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lees Summit, MO has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,233 → $1,632
up 32.4%
Population
100,772 → 103,656
up 2.9%
Renter share
23.6% → 26.6%
+3.0 pts
Bachelor's+
48.5% → 48.8%
+0.3 pts

Compared with 2021, rent in Lees Summit, MO has increased by $399 per month, settling near $1,632 after starting the period at $1,233. Headcount in the area went from 100,772 to 103,656 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.9% change. About 26.6% of households rent today, against 23.6% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Lees Summit, MO reflects that arc in its own way.

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Lees Summit rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Lees Summit, MO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lees Summit is $1,632/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,224/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,530/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,346/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,998/mo.

At 27% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Lees Summit ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lees Summit an affordable city for renters?

Lees Summit is considered affordable for renters. At $1,632/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lees Summit falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Lees Summit?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,632/mo in Lees Summit.

Is rent going up or down in Lees Summit?

Rent in Lees Summit has increased 2.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Lees Summit neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Lees Summit are 64086 ($1,581/mo), 64063 ($1,607/mo), and 64064 ($1,703/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Lees Summit is $1,632/mo.

How does Lees Summit rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Lees Summit is one of the pricier cities in Missouri for rent, ranking #23 out of 74 tracked cities at $1,632/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lees Summit?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lees Summit ($1,632/mo): Raytown ($1,392/mo), Grandview ($1,398/mo).

What percentage of Lees Summit residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.6% of Lees Summit households are renters, while 73.4% are owner-occupied. Lees Summit leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Lees Summit rent compare to the national average?

Lees Summit's median rent of $1,632/mo is $333 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #23 out of 74 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,632/mo, rent takes ~27% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lees Summit 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–4.7%
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