salaryColumbus is 4% 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
$1,314
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,116
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$62,632
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$193,900
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.3
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,660
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$173
$141
👥 People living there
203,711
200,306
Commute to work
20.9 min
19.7 min
College degree
30.5%
63.7%
Own their home
50.8%
60.5%
Below poverty line
19%
5.6%
Unemployment
6.3%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus 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 | Columbus | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $20,800 | $36,080 | +73% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $47,410 | $76,150 | +61% in Overland Park |
| Electrician | $50,730 | $76,860 | +52% in Overland Park |
| Carpenter | $45,070 | $61,810 | +37% in Overland Park |
| HVAC Technician | $46,780 | $62,680 | +34% in Overland Park |
| Lawyer | $104,120 | $134,640 | +29% in Overland Park |
| Civil Engineer | $77,600 | $98,860 | +27% in Overland Park |
| Truck Driver | $47,570 | $60,170 | +26% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $1,810 in Overland Park.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $62,182 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $62,632 in Columbus and $113,063 in Overland Park, 45% more in Overland Park.
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