Cost of Living in Leawood, KS
Population: 33,844 • 2026 Data
$184,976
Median Household Income
+139% vs national
$1,753
Median Monthly Rent
+30% vs national
$620,400
Median Home Value
+83% vs national
1.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Leawood
The median home value in Leawood, KS is $620,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,753, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,292.
Rent-to-income ratio: 11.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Leawood, KS is $184,976. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5%, with a labor force of 17,140 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.