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
$1,458
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$141
👥 People living there
201,528
200,306
Commute to work
21.1 min
19.7 min
College degree
24.7%
63.7%
Own their home
50.8%
60.5%
Below poverty line
20.1%
5.6%
Unemployment
8.6%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta 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 | Augusta | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $36,080 | +96% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $54,690 | $76,150 | +39% in Overland Park |
| Electrician | $59,660 | $76,860 | +29% in Overland Park |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $62,680 | +28% in Overland Park |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $60,770 | +28% in Overland Park |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $60,170 | +26% in Overland Park |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $101,340 | +20% in Overland Park |
| Market Research Analyst | $60,920 | $72,580 | +19% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $60,418 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $113,063 in Overland Park, 47% more in Overland Park.