salaryRent is lower than in 72% of U.S. cities. Commutes are short, about 7.6 minutes. Most households rent (98%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $50,480 a year. That is $24 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Kansas cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Kansas. It is number 39 of 65 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Fort Riley?
Share of households by yearly income. 6.5% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fort Riley
| Size | Fort Riley | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | $1,181 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,441 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,565 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fort Riley overall?
Everyday prices in Kansas overall are 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.1, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Fort Riley, so the Kansas figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in Fort Riley
Life in Fort Riley
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Riley, KS?
Renting in Fort Riley costs a median of about $1,262 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Kansas median is $1,222.
How much do I need to make to live in Fort Riley?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $50,480 a year, or $24 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fort Riley cheap or expensive?
Fort Riley is rated OK: rent takes 25.8% of the typical household income of $58,629. It ranks 39th cheapest of 65 Kansas cities we track.
Is Fort Riley more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in Kansas are 10% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
8,606 people live in Fort Riley. Numbers are typical (middle) values.