Divorce Cost in Kansas (2026)

Complete guide to divorce costs across 11 cities in Kansas. Find filing fees, attorney rates, and total cost estimates.

$195
Filing Fee
$1,780
Avg Uncontested
$18,197
Avg Contested
11
Cities Covered

Kansas Divorce Laws

Divorce TypeNo Fault
Property DivisionEquitable Distribution
Waiting Period60 days
Residency Requirement2 months

Divorce Costs by City in Kansas

CityPopulationUncontestedContestedAttorney Rate
Wichita397,532$1,812$18,560$231/hr
Overland Park181,260$1,749$17,835$222/hr
Kansas City148,483$1,770$18,075$225/hr
Olathe131,885$1,868$19,217$239/hr
Topeka127,473$1,819$18,663$232/hr
Lawrence90,811$1,777$18,160$226/hr
Shawnee64,323$1,749$17,850$222/hr
Manhattan56,143$1,791$18,313$228/hr
Lenexa50,344$1,770$18,095$225/hr
Salina47,846$1,749$17,877$222/hr
Hutchinson41,889$1,721$17,518$218/hr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to file for divorce in Kansas?
The court filing fee for divorce in Kansas is $195. Total costs range from $1,780 for an uncontested divorce to $18,197 or more for a contested case.
How long does a divorce take in Kansas?
Kansas requires a waiting period of 60 days and 2 months of residency. Uncontested divorces typically take 2-4 months; contested cases can take over a year.
Is Kansas a community property or equitable distribution state?
Kansas follows equitable distribution for dividing marital assets during divorce.