Cost of Living in Shawnee, KS
Population: 68,175 • 2026 Data
$106,312
Median Household Income
+37% vs national
$1,233
Median Monthly Rent
-9% vs national
$332,900
Median Home Value
-2% vs national
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Shawnee
The median home value in Shawnee, KS is $332,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,233, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,488.
Rent-to-income ratio: 13.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Shawnee, KS is $106,312. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1%, with a labor force of 39,204 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.