Mortgage Rates in Kansas — June 2026
Compare mortgage rate benchmarks across 48 cities in Kansas. Amortio's estimated state average for a 30-year fixed loan is 6.71%, which is 0.23% above the Freddie Mac national benchmark of 6.48% from June 4, 2026. These figures are informational estimates, not lender quotes or APR offers.
What is the current Kansas mortgage-rate benchmark?
Amortio's Kansas state table shows an estimated 6.71% 30-year benchmark across 48 cities, versus Freddie Mac's 6.48% national 30-year PMMS benchmark from June 4, 2026. Use it to compare city payments, then request same-day lender Loan Estimates for APR, points, fees, lock period, and cash-to-close.
How to Read Kansas Mortgage Rates
Kansas is not one uniform mortgage market. The rate table below covers 48 cities, but the real payment difference comes from home price, income, property taxes, loan size, and whether a borrower fits conventional, FHA, VA, or jumbo pricing. Use this page to compare cities first, then use lender quotes for final APR and fee decisions.
- At the state-average payment of $940 per month and median income of $55,651, Kansas looks comparatively manageable against local median income.
- The observed city-level 30-year benchmark spread is 0.72 percentage points, from 6.18% to 6.9%. Even small rate differences matter more in expensive cities because they apply to larger loan balances.
- Property taxes are material but not the only factor; rate, loan size, and insurance assumptions can move the final payment just as much.
- For buyers comparing down payment choices, pair this state page with the PMI calculator, affordability calculator, and closing cost estimator before assuming the lowest advertised rate creates the lowest total cost.
Payment-Efficient Kansas Cities
| City | P&I / Income | Monthly P&I | Median Income | 30-Year Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edwardsville | 15.2% | $882 | $69,500 | 6.75% |
| Park City | 15.4% | $813 | $63,400 | 6.85% |
| Spring Hill | 15.4% | $803 | $62,400 | 6.8% |
| McPherson | 15.8% | $784 | $59,400 | 6.63% |
| Hays | 16% | $817 | $61,100 | 6.84% |
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Kansas Mortgage Quote Comparison Worksheet
Use this checklist before choosing between lender quotes, state assistance, builder credits, or a temporary buydown. It is built to catch the costs that do not show up in a simple rate table.
| Line Item | What to Compare |
|---|---|
| Rate vs APR | APR exposes points, lender fees, and credits that can hide inside a lower advertised rate. |
| Cash to close | Compare down payment, closing costs, prepaid taxes, insurance escrow, and any assistance or seller credit. |
| Payment after escrow | Kansas buyers should compare principal, interest, property tax, insurance, HOA or condo dues, and mortgage insurance together. |
| Assistance terms | Down payment assistance can be a grant, forgivable second, deferred second, or repayable loan; the repayment rule changes the real cost. |
| Rate lock and buydown | Temporary buydowns and lender credits can improve the first-year payment while leaving a higher long-run payment. |
A strong Kansas mortgage comparison should include at least two lender Loan Estimates plus one program or assistance check where available. Pair this worksheet with the affordability calculator, PMI calculator, and closing cost estimator.
Kansas KHRC First-Time Buyer & Rural Guarantee Notes
Kansas borrowers should compare the rate benchmark with KHRC first-time buyer assistance, local home prices, rural loan options, property taxes, and whether a city administers its own funds. This page is for planning and comparison, not a lender quote or APR offer.
- KHRC says its First Time Homebuyer Program helps with down payment and closing costs through participating lenders.
- KHRC describes the FTHB assistance as a 0% interest loan equal to 15% or 20% of the purchase price that can be forgiven if the buyer remains in the home for 10 years.
- KHRC says the FTHB program generally serves Kansas households at or below 80% of area median income, with exceptions for certain jurisdictions that administer their own funds.
- Kansas also has a Home Loan Guarantee for Rural Kansas that can help financial institutions cover a gap above 80% of appraised value, subject to program limits.
Kansas Loan Limit & Assistance Checks
| Area | Conforming | FHA | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas conventional loans | Use FHFA lookup | Use HUD lookup | County loan limits should be checked before deciding conforming, FHA, or jumbo. |
| KHRC First Time Homebuyer | Program-specific | Program-specific | Assistance depends on income, location, lender, purchase limits, and program funding. |
| Rural Kansas guarantee | Program-specific | N/A | The Home Loan Guarantee for Rural Kansas can apply to certain rural land, build, renovation, or purchase scenarios. |
Official Kansas Mortgage Sources
Kansas Housing Highlights
All 48 Cities in Kansas
| City | 30-Yr Rate | Home Price | Monthly P&I | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita | 6.74% | $175,000 | $907 | 397,532 |
| Overland Park | 6.74% | $365,000 | $1,892 | 197,238 |
| Kansas City | 6.74% | $135,000 | $700 | 156,607 |
| Olathe | 6.74% | $335,000 | $1,736 | 141,290 |
| Topeka | 6.74% | $145,000 | $752 | 127,473 |
| Lawrence | 6.74% | $265,000 | $1,374 | 94,934 |
| Shawnee | 6.71% | $180,000 | $930 | 65,513 |
| Lenexa | 6.74% | $345,000 | $1,788 | 55,625 |
| Manhattan | 6.74% | $265,000 | $1,374 | 54,832 |
| Eudora | 6.63% | $177,500 | $910 | 49,433 |
| Salina | 6.74% | $155,000 | $803 | 46,994 |
| Hutchinson | 6.24% | $125,000 | $615 | 40,006 |
| Leavenworth | 6.76% | $184,000 | $956 | 37,836 |
| Leawood | 6.76% | $168,000 | $873 | 34,659 |
| Garden City | 6.56% | $175,000 | $890 | 28,451 |
| Dodge City | 6.18% | $155,000 | $758 | 27,898 |
| Derby | 6.76% | $202,000 | $1,049 | 25,315 |
| Emporia | 6.32% | $115,000 | $571 | 24,334 |
| Gardner | 6.78% | $168,000 | $874 | 23,364 |
| Junction City | 6.65% | $167,000 | $858 | 22,988 |
| Edwardsville | 6.75% | $170,000 | $882 | 22,804 |
| Prairie Village | 6.76% | $175,000 | $909 | 22,368 |
| Baxter Springs | 6.61% | $235,000 | $1,202 | 21,716 |
| Hays | 6.84% | $156,000 | $817 | 21,024 |
| Beloit | 6.8% | $152,500 | $795 | 20,657 |
| Pittsburg | 6.61% | $174,000 | $890 | 20,216 |
| Liberal | 6.86% | $180,000 | $945 | 19,826 |
| Newton | 6.9% | $172,000 | $906 | 19,105 |
| Great Bend | 6.62% | $178,000 | $911 | 14,888 |
| Andover | 6.87% | $168,000 | $882 | 14,072 |
| McPherson | 6.63% | $153,000 | $784 | 13,155 |
| El Dorado | 6.87% | $184,000 | $967 | 12,868 |
| Ottawa | 6.81% | $187,000 | $976 | 12,667 |
| Winfield | 6.74% | $159,000 | $824 | 12,301 |
| Arkansas City | 6.77% | $167,000 | $868 | 11,974 |
| Lansing | 6.72% | $189,000 | $978 | 11,947 |
| Haysville | 6.73% | $165,000 | $854 | 11,266 |
| Merriam | 6.64% | $155,000 | $795 | 11,003 |
| Atchison | 6.7% | $157,000 | $810 | 10,530 |
| Parsons | 6.78% | $167,000 | $869 | 9,656 |
| 8 more Kansas city mortgage-rate pages are available as individual pages and in the XML sitemap. | ||||
Kansas Mortgage Rates Guide — 2026
Kansas homebuyers can use an estimated 30-year fixed benchmark of 6.71%, with median home prices around $181,750. At these rates, the typical monthly mortgage payment (principal and interest with 20% down) is $940.
The most affordable city for homebuyers in Kansas is Emporia, where the median home price is $115,000. On the other end, Overland Park has the highest prices at $365,000. Property tax rates across the state average 1.41%.
To comfortably afford a home at the state average price, a household income of approximately $40,286 is recommended, following the standard guideline that housing costs should not exceed 28% of gross income.
For Kansas mortgage-rate searches, compare Wichita, Overland Park, Kansas City-area suburbs, Topeka, Lawrence, Manhattan, Salina, and rural markets separately. Purchase price, property taxes, and assistance eligibility can matter more than a small benchmark-rate difference.
KHRC assistance can be powerful for eligible first-time buyers, but it is not universal. Check area median income, city exclusions, lender participation, purchase limits, inspection rules, and forgiveness conditions before relying on it.
Use our free loan calculator to see your estimated monthly payments and amortization schedule, or browse individual city pages below for localized rate data and market insights.
Methodology & Mortgage Rate Data Sources
How we calculate Kansas mortgage rates: Our rate estimates start with weekly mortgage-rate benchmarks and then compare city-level housing assumptions. They are designed for planning and comparison, not as a guarantee of lender pricing.
- Benchmark mortgage rates from Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) — the most-cited weekly survey of 30-year and 15-year fixed conforming rates.
- Federal Reserve rate policy tracked via FRED — Federal Reserve Economic Data — the St. Louis Fed's authoritative database of interest rate series.
- Conforming loan limits set annually by the FHFA Conforming Loan Limit announcements (Kansas 2026: $832,750 baseline, with higher one-unit limits in high-cost counties).
- State lending regulation context from HUD State Information pages covering FHA, down payment assistance, and housing finance agency programs in Kansas.
- Mortgage market trends tracked via Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Weekly Applications Survey — the industry benchmark for mortgage demand and rate sensitivity.
Authoritative mortgage rate data sources:
- Freddie Mac PMMS — weekly 30yr and 15yr fixed rate benchmark
- FRED — Federal Reserve Economic Data — interest rate and housing series
- FHFA — Federal Housing Finance Agency — conforming loan limits and HPI
- HUD — Housing and Urban Development — FHA programs and state assistance
- KHRC First Time Homebuyer — Kansas FTHB assistance, lender search, and program documents
- CFPB Mortgage Rate Checker — personalized rate comparison tool
- VA Home Loan Program — zero down payment loan for eligible veterans
Rate Disclaimer: Rates shown are estimates based on current market surveys and may not reflect actual lender quotes. Your rate depends on credit score, loan-to-value ratio, down payment, property type, and lender. Always obtain personalized rate quotes from multiple lenders. Rates change daily.
Reviewed by Brazora Monk · Last updated May 2026 · Freddie Mac PMMS data current as of June 4, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions — Kansas Mortgages
What are current mortgage rates in Kansas?
As of June 4, 2026, Freddie Mac's national benchmark was 6.48% for the 30-year fixed and 5.79% for the 15-year fixed. Amortio's Kansas city comparison shows an estimated 30-year benchmark average of 6.71% and 15-year average of 5.95%. Rates vary by city, lender, lock date, fees, and borrower qualification.
What is the average home price in Kansas?
The median home price across 48 cities in Kansas is $181,750. Prices range from $115,000 in Emporia to $365,000 in Overland Park.
How much income do I need to buy a house in Kansas?
Based on the 28% debt-to-income guideline, you would need a household income of approximately $40,286 to comfortably afford the average home in Kansas. The median household income in the state is approximately $55,651.
What does the Kansas First Time Homebuyer Program provide?
KHRC describes the program as down payment and closing cost help through participating lenders, with a 0% interest loan equal to 15% or 20% of the home purchase price that may be forgiven after 10 years in the home.
Do all Kansas buyers qualify for KHRC FTHB?
No. KHRC lists income rules, participating lenders, and exceptions for certain jurisdictions that administer their own funds. Buyers should verify eligibility by county, city, household income, and program documents.
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