salaryOverland Park is 5% 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
$1,797
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$141
👥 People living there
291,467
200,306
Commute to work
22.3 min
19.7 min
College degree
57.3%
63.7%
Own their home
52.3%
60.5%
Below poverty line
11.7%
5.6%
Unemployment
3.8%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham 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 | Durham | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $60,770 | +58% in Overland Park |
| Electrician | $59,220 | $76,860 | +30% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $60,110 | $76,150 | +27% in Overland Park |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $72,580 | -22% in Overland Park |
| Operations Manager | $113,930 | $90,490 | -21% in Overland Park |
| Carpenter | $51,540 | $61,810 | +20% in Overland Park |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $61,060 | +19% in Overland Park |
| Truck Driver | $53,280 | $60,170 | +13% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Overland Park is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,810 a month there versus $1,797 in Durham.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $56,908 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $113,063 in Overland Park, 22% more in Overland Park.