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Average Rent in Ford County, KS↓ Rents falling 2.4% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 34,133

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Ford County, KS has rental prices ranging from $670/month to $1,292/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $726/month — 48% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $70,495/year, spending $726/month on a 1-bedroom represents 12% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Ford County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $935/month, Ford County ranks #17 most expensive of the 96 cities tracked in Kansas — pricier than 53% of all US cities in our data.

The Ford County Rental Market

The Ford County, KS area has a population of about 34,133 and 36% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Ford County, KS have fallen by $23/month (2.4%) over the past year, from $958 to $935. This slight decline is consistent with broader market corrections seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Ford County, KS without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $29,040. The local median household income of $70,495 exceeds that threshold by $41,455, making Ford County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Ford County, KS has an unemployment rate of 3.4%, 0.5 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$670
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$726
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$935
↓2.4% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,226
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,292
Affordable
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Is Ford County, KS Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$37,400/year
Local median income: $70,495
To buy a median home
—/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $935/month and 20% down on a — home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in KSlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Kansas City$1,074$1,183$1,346$1,756—
Wichita$690$760$995$1,305—
Topeka$747$752$985$1,280—
Geary County$753$758$994$1,393—
Manhattan$808$813$995$1,359—
St. Joseph$710$789$1,035$1,315—

Rent or Buy in Ford County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Ford County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$935/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $935/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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