How much does it cost to rent in Raytown, MO?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Raytown, MO is $1,392. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Raytown cheaper than other Missouri cities?

Raytown falls in the middle range for Missouri, ranking #45 out of 74 cities at $1,392/mo.

When was Raytown rent data last updated?

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

Is Raytown a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Raytown is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 0.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

City Report · MO

Raytown

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Pop. 29,445·45th most expensive in Missouri·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,392/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.2%

Month-over-Month

-1.6%

vs US Median

-$573

Falling (Monthly)

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Raytown · $1,392

More affordable than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

61/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Raytown's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,392/mo

Expected by trend

$1,470/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$970

1 BR

$1,070

2 BR

$1,215

3 BR

$1,585

4 BR+

$1,875

Research median

$1,215/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

$16,704/yr

At $1,392/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 0.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.2% YoY, -1.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Raytown, MO is majority owner-occupied, 22% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

29,445

Median income

$68,840

Median age

40.9

Renters

34.9%

Age distribution

20.8%

21.8%

22.8%

15.7%

18.9%

Under 1820.8%

18–3421.8%

35–5422.8%

55–6415.7%

65+18.9%

Gender

48.6%

51.4%

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

Race & ethnicity

48.2%

36.8%

White48.2%

Black36.8%

Hispanic10.6%

Asian1.2%

Other3.2%

Education (25+)

35.1%

34.8%

22%

No HS diploma8.1%

HS diploma35.1%

Some college34.8%

Bachelor's+22%

Housing tenure

65.1%

34.9%

Owner65.1%

Renter34.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Raytown, MO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,075 → $1,392

up 29.5%

Income

$59,049 → $68,840

up 16.6%

Population

29,893 → 29,445

down 1.5%

Renter share

39.9% → 34.9%

-5.0 pts

Bachelor's+

21.8% → 22%

+0.2 pts

Median age

41.6 → 40.9

-0.7 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Raytown, MO paid around $1,075 a month. That figure now sits near $1,392, up 29.5% from the 2021 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $68,840 today, compared with $59,049 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Raytown, MO losing about 448 residents over the five-year window, down 1.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 39.9% to 34.9%, 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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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Raytown on your salary?

At $1,392/mo, how Raytown rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 19.2% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 27.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 23.5% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 13.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 10.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 32% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 26% income

affordable

By apartment size

Raytown rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Raytown, MO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Raytown is $1,392/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $970/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,215/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,070/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,585/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($68,840/yr), Raytown ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Raytown an affordable city for renters?

Raytown is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,392/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($68,840/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Raytown falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Raytown?

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 $1,392/mo in Raytown. The local median household income is $68,840/yr, meaning the typical Raytown household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Raytown?

Rent in Raytown has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.2% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Raytown neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Raytown are 64138 ($1,426/mo), and 64133 ($1,427/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Raytown is $1,392/mo.

How does Raytown rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Raytown is middle-of-the-pack for Missouri for rent, ranking #45 out of 74 tracked cities at $1,392/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Raytown?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Raytown ($1,392/mo): Sugar Creek ($1,082/mo), Independence ($1,378/mo).

What percentage of Raytown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.9% of Raytown households are renters, while 65.1% are owner-occupied. Raytown leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Raytown rent compare to the national average?

Raytown's median rent of $1,392/mo is $573 (29%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #45 out of 74 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,392/mo, rent takes ~24% of Raytown's median household income ($68,840/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Raytown 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–4.7%

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