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
$1,242
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$141
👥 People living there
268,589
200,306
Commute to work
21.5 min
19.7 min
College degree
29%
63.7%
Own their home
61.9%
60.5%
Below poverty line
16%
5.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne 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 | Fort Wayne | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,650 | $36,080 | +26% in Overland Park |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $124,990 | +23% in Overland Park |
| Police Officer | $79,210 | $62,960 | -21% in Overland Park |
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $60,770 | -20% in Overland Park |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,730 | $72,580 | +18% in Overland Park |
| Operations Manager | $107,780 | $90,490 | -16% in Overland Park |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $90,300 | $101,340 | +12% in Overland Park |
| Civil Engineer | $88,920 | $98,860 | +11% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne?
About $59,981 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $113,063 in Overland Park, 41% more in Overland Park.
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