Overland Park is 11% 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
$1,619
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$141
👥 People living there
573,243
200,306
Commute to work
29.1 min
19.7 min
College degree
36.1%
63.7%
Own their home
47.5%
60.5%
Below poverty line
19.7%
5.6%
Unemployment
6.5%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore 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 | Baltimore | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $90,490 | -23% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $63,200 | $76,150 | +20% in Overland Park |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $92,750 | -20% in Overland Park |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $61,060 | -20% in Overland Park |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $62,960 | -18% in Overland Park |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $60,770 | -18% in Overland Park |
| Electrician | $65,590 | $76,860 | +17% in Overland Park |
| Registered Nurse | $99,550 | $83,040 | -17% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Overland Park is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,810 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $53,141 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $113,063 in Overland Park, 41% more in Overland Park.
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