Johnson County, Kansas Housing Market
In Johnson County, Kansas, the median home value is $391,200, with a median monthly rent of $1,434. This places Johnson County at #313 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #1 within Kansas.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,528
- Establishments: 28,292
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 2,055
- Multi-family: 1,182
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 258,327 (avg $150,095)
- Outflow: 250,879 (avg $152,777)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Johnson County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 66217 | 286.6 | — | 2025 |
| 2 | 66221 | 239.0 | — | 2025 |
| 3 | 66227 | 266.6 | -5.49% | 2025 |
| 4 | 66209 | 258.1 | +24.42% | 2025 |
| 5 | 66085 | 259.0 | +6.58% | 2025 |
| 6 | 66013 | 255.1 | -1.89% | 2025 |
| 7 | 66206 | 304.5 | +5.07% | 2025 |
| 8 | 66226 | 252.8 | +9.04% | 2025 |
| 9 | 66207 | 269.6 | +4.93% | 2025 |
| 10 | 66210 | 247.2 | +3.83% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Johnson County | Kansas Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $391,200 | $138,824 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,434 | $802 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 68.5% | 74.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 22.7 | 14.2 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Johnson County is 181.8% above the Kansas state average and 71.8% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,434/month is 78.8% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 22.7, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Johnson County has an owner-occupancy rate of 68.5%, compared to 74.2% in Kansas and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manatee County | Florida | $391,400 | $1,671 |
| DuPage County | Illinois | $391,400 | $1,688 |
| Merced County | California | $391,800 | $1,343 |
| Buncombe County | North Carolina | $391,800 | $1,362 |
| Custer County | Colorado | $392,100 | $1,069 |
Other Counties in Kansas
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas County | $309,400 | $1,099 | 50.1% |
| Miami County | $287,700 | $1,107 | 78.2% |
| Leavenworth County | $282,900 | $1,219 | 69.3% |
| Pottawatomie County | $245,900 | $924 | 82.2% |
| Riley County | $237,100 | $1,046 | 46.1% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).