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What Is the Average Rent in Jefferson County, Kansas?

$835/month 1.1%vs 2023 ($844)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Jefferson County, Kansas is $835/month (±$64), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $216,900 (±$9,772), and the median household income is $81,278/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Jefferson County, Kansas and Neighbouring Counties

Jackson: $814Jefferson County: $835Shawnee: $1,000Atchison: $765Douglas: $1,099Leavenworth: $1,219$814$835$1,000$765$1,099$1,219

Housing Metrics for Jefferson County, Kansas

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$835
Median Home Value$216,900
Median Household Income$81,278
Total Housing Units7,412
Renter-Occupied Units1,060
Renter-Occupied Share14%
Households Paying 50%+ Income110 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$691+11.6%
1 BR$750+30.7%
2 BR$894+3.2%
3 BR$1,183+18.7%
4 BR$877-15.8%
5+ BR$1,538n/a

How does Jefferson County, Kansas compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Kansas.

Higher rent than 69% of counties in Kansas · 34th of 105

Cheapest: Washington County($562)
Priciest: Johnson County($1,434)
#CountyValue
1Johnson County$1,434
2Leavenworth County$1,219
3Wyandotte County$1,122
… 30 more …
34Jefferson County(you are here)$835
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103Washington County$562
104Elk County$552
105Ness County$538

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Jefferson County, Kansas?

The median gross rent in Jefferson County, Kansas is $835/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Jefferson County, Kansas?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Jefferson County, Kansas is $894/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$133. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Jefferson County, Kansas?

The median home value in Jefferson County, Kansas is $216,900 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Jefferson County are rent-burdened?

In Jefferson County, Kansas, 110 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in Jefferson County, Kansas?

The median household income in Jefferson County, Kansas is $81,278/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $835 has a margin of error of ±$64. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.