Cost of Living in Olathe, KS
Population: 143,720 • 2026 Data
$112,232
Median Household Income
+45% vs national
$1,314
Median Monthly Rent
-3% vs national
$340,600
Median Home Value
+0% vs national
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Olathe
The median home value in Olathe, KS is $340,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,314, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,662.
Rent-to-income ratio: 14.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Olathe, KS is $112,232. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8%, with a labor force of 80,780 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.