Average Rent in St. Joseph, KS↑ Rents rising 7.4% YoY🔺 5th priciest in KS

St. Joseph, KS has rental prices ranging from $710/month to $1,472/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $789/month — 44% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $62,900/year, spending $789/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How St. Joseph Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,035/month, St. Joseph ranks #5 most expensive of the 96 cities tracked in Kansas — pricier than 69% of all US cities in our data.

The St. Joseph Rental Market

The St. Joseph, KS area has a population of about 120,609 and 32% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in St. Joseph, KS have risen by $71/month (7.4%) over the past year, from $964 to $1,035. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in St. Joseph, KS without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $31,560. The local median household income of $62,900 exceeds that threshold by $31,340, making St. Joseph relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Is St. Joseph, KS Affordable?

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Rent or Buy in St. Joseph?

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