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Merriam, KS rent trends

Rental prices in Merriam, KS have increased by 5.57% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,383 to $1,460.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Merriam, KS is $1,460.

Average rent in Merriam, KS

$1,460/mo Merriam, KS average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Merriam, KS is $1,460.

    What's the typical rent budget in Merriam, KS?

    About 34% of apartment rents in Merriam, KS range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 4% of apartments. Around 56% of Merriam’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 3% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 2% of apartment rentals in Merriam are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Merriam, KS (56%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Merriam, KS

    38 /100
    Car-Dependent
    35 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 38, Bike Score®: 35

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the average rent in Merriam, KS?

    The average rent in Merriam, KS is $1,214.

    What type of rental buildings are in Merriam, KS?

    In Merriam 38% of the housing is rented out compared to 62% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 12% of Merriam's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 73% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 16% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Merriam, KS?

    The average age of rental buildings in Merriam is 43 years old, with 13% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which 93% are garden-style apartment communities, 9% are mid-sized buildings, and 3% are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Merriam, KS?

    Studio apartments in Merriam are around 6% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 50% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 41% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

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