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North Kansas City

Pop. 4,983·32nd most expensive in Missouri·Rental market data updated monthly for North Kansas City, MO
Median rent (all units)
$1,499/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.3%
Month-over-Month
-1.2%
vs US Median
-$463
Falling (Monthly)
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North Kansas City · $1,499
More affordable than 76% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
36% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,499/mo, rent takes about 36% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$60,000/yr
Local median income
$49,682/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using North Kansas City's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,008
1 BR
$993
2 BR
$1,475
3 BR
$1,211
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,475/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,499 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$17,988/yr
At $1,499/mo median
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.3% YoY, -1.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

North Kansas City, MO is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 35% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,983
Median income
$49,682
Median age
41.3
Renters
74.1%
Age distribution
13.3%
31.1%
20.4%
12.6%
22.7%
Under 1813.3%
18–3431.1%
35–5420.4%
55–6412.6%
65+22.7%
Gender
49.5%
50.5%
Male49.5%
Female50.5%
Race & ethnicity
63.3%
18.6%
White63.3%
Black18.6%
Hispanic6.3%
Other11.9%
Education (25+)
27.8%
31.5%
35%
No HS diploma5.7%
HS diploma27.8%
Some college31.5%
Bachelor's+35%
Housing tenure
25.9%
74.1%
Owner25.9%
Renter74.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How North Kansas City, MO has changed in 5 years

Income
$36,806 → $49,682
up 35.0%
Population
4,510 → 4,983
up 10.5%
Renter share
73.2% → 74.1%
+0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
19.1% → 35%
+15.9 pts
Median age
46.7 → 41.3
-5.4 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $36,806 in 2021 to $49,682 more recently. Census counts show North Kansas City, MO adding about 473 residents over the five-year window, up 10.5% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 19.1% to 35% across the same window.

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By apartment size

North Kansas City rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in North Kansas City. Click any size for full breakdown.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in North Kansas City is $1,499/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,008/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,475/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $993/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,211/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($49,682/yr), North Kansas City ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Kansas City an affordable city for renters?

North Kansas City is considered moderate for renters. At $1,499/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($49,682/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Kansas City slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in North Kansas City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $60,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,499/mo in North Kansas City. The local median household income is $49,682/yr, meaning the typical North Kansas City household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Kansas City?

Rent in North Kansas City has increased 3.3% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does North Kansas City rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

North Kansas City is middle-of-the-pack for Missouri for rent, ranking #32 out of 79 tracked cities at $1,499/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than North Kansas City?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Kansas City ($1,499/mo): Gladstone ($1,234/mo), Kansas City ($1,445/mo), Sugar Creek ($1,465/mo).

What percentage of North Kansas City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 74.1% of North Kansas City households are renters, while 25.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, North Kansas City has a strong rental market.

How does North Kansas City rent compare to the national average?

North Kansas City's median rent of $1,499/mo is $463 (24%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #32 out of 79 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
36%
MODERATE

At $1,499/mo, rent takes ~36% of North Kansas City's median household income ($49,682/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Kansas City 36%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–4.7%
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