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
$1,291
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$141
👥 People living there
198,173
200,306
Commute to work
20.8 min
19.7 min
College degree
31.1%
63.7%
Own their home
45.5%
60.5%
Below poverty line
24.7%
5.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham 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 | Birmingham | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $92,750 | +50% in Overland Park |
| Electrician | $56,630 | $76,860 | +36% in Overland Park |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $36,080 | +30% in Overland Park |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $62,680 | +29% in Overland Park |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $90,490 | -27% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $76,150 | +27% in Overland Park |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $133,350 | +26% in Overland Park |
| Medical Assistant | $36,770 | $45,300 | +23% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
About $60,589 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $113,063 in Overland Park, 56% more in Overland Park.
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