Kansas Housing Market Trends

Real-time market data powered by Zillow Research. Last updated: 2026-04-02

The Kansas City metro's Kansas side (Johnson County) continues to see strong demand and steady appreciation, driven by excellent schools, corporate campuses, and proximity to downtown KC entertainment. Wichita's market benefits from aviation manufacturing (Spirit AeroSystems, Textron Aviation) but is sensitive to industry cycles. Topeka and Manhattan (home to Kansas State University) offer very affordable options. Rural Kansas faces population challenges, but this creates opportunities for remote workers seeking acreage and privacy at rock-bottom prices.

By BuyAHomeIn Editorial | Updated 2026-03-02 | Sources: Zillow Research, U.S. Census

Is Now a Good Time to Buy in Kansas?

The Kansas housing market is showing balanced conditions.

home values have grown a moderate 2.8% year-over-year. there are currently 252 homes on the market.

Median Home Value

$239,111

Zillow Home Value Index

Year-over-Year

+2.8%

Home value change

5-Year Change

+39.2%

Since 2021

Median Rent

$1,077/mo

Zillow Observed Rent Index

Active Listings

252

Homes for sale

Home Value Trends

5-year Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) for Kansas vs. national average. ZHVI reflects the typical home value in the 35th-65th percentile range.

Rent Trends

Average rent in Kansas: $1,077/mo (+6.3% YoY)

Rent vs. Buy Analysis

With a median home value of $239,111 and average rent of $1,077/mo, the price-to-rent ratio in Kansas is 18.5. A ratio of 15-21 means it could go either way — run the numbers.

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