salaryOverland Park is 15% cheaperBased 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
$2,666
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$141
👥 People living there
236,254
200,306
Commute to work
26.2 min
19.7 min
College degree
77.1%
63.7%
Own their home
41.3%
60.5%
Below poverty line
7.4%
5.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Overland Park for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $90,490 | -42% in Overland Park |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $134,640 | -31% in Overland Park |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $62,960 | -25% in Overland Park |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $61,060 | -23% in Overland Park |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $92,750 | -22% in Overland Park |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $80,040 | -22% in Overland Park |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $36,080 | -22% in Overland Park |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $101,340 | -20% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Overland Park is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,810 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $50,995 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $113,063 in Overland Park, 36% more in Arlington.
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