salaryOverland Park is 3% 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
$1,397
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,121
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$53,969
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$164,200
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.8
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,622
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$141
👥 People living there
276,854
200,306
Commute to work
19.9 min
19.7 min
College degree
31.2%
63.7%
Own their home
43%
60.5%
Below poverty line
26%
5.6%
Unemployment
7.3%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Buffalo 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 | Buffalo | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,580 | $36,080 | -23% in Overland Park |
| Police Officer | $80,950 | $62,960 | -22% in Overland Park |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,490 | $61,060 | -20% in Overland Park |
| Firefighter | $74,470 | $60,770 | -18% in Overland Park |
| Registered Nurse | $99,060 | $83,040 | -16% in Overland Park |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,470 | $92,750 | +12% in Overland Park |
| Operations Manager | $103,280 | $90,490 | -12% in Overland Park |
| Cashier | $33,850 | $30,700 | -9% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Overland Park is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,810 a month there versus $1,397 in Buffalo.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Buffalo?
About $57,934 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Buffalo or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $53,969 in Buffalo and $113,063 in Overland Park, 52% more in Overland Park.