salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Overland Park to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$141
👥 People living there
189,247
200,306
Commute to work
22.2 min
19.7 min
College degree
23.6%
63.7%
Own their home
50.7%
60.5%
Below poverty line
23.3%
5.6%
Unemployment
7.8%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Overland Park for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $61,060 | -22% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $76,150 | +20% in Overland Park |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $124,990 | +19% in Overland Park |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $62,960 | -16% in Overland Park |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $92,750 | +12% in Overland Park |
| Retail Salesperson | $31,060 | $34,320 | +10% in Overland Park |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,000 | $72,580 | +10% in Overland Park |
| Operations Manager | $98,340 | $90,490 | -8% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Akron and Overland Park cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $59,469 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $113,063 in Overland Park, 54% more in Overland Park.