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
$1,219
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$141
👥 People living there
201,885
200,306
Commute to work
19.6 min
19.7 min
College degree
26.6%
63.7%
Own their home
59.7%
60.5%
Below poverty line
15.8%
5.6%
Unemployment
3.4%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Overland Park for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $36,080 | +59% in Overland Park |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $76,860 | +41% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $76,150 | +36% in Overland Park |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $98,860 | +30% in Overland Park |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $61,810 | +29% in Overland Park |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $62,680 | +26% in Overland Park |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $60,770 | +26% in Overland Park |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $37,370 | +22% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Amarillo 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 Amarillo?
About $60,472 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $113,063 in Overland Park, 37% more in Overland Park.
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