salaryOverland Park is 10% 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
$1,775
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,560
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$85,748
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$303,000
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,191
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$186
$141
👥 People living there
963,194
200,306
Commute to work
27.1 min
19.7 min
College degree
32%
63.7%
Own their home
57%
60.5%
Below poverty line
13.1%
5.6%
Unemployment
4.8%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Worth 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 Worth | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $36,080 | +49% in Overland Park |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $62,960 | -32% in Overland Park |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $76,860 | +30% in Overland Park |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $61,810 | +27% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $76,150 | +24% in Overland Park |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $134,640 | -20% in Overland Park |
| Operations Manager | $111,010 | $90,490 | -18% in Overland Park |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $83,040 | -18% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Worth or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Overland Park is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,810 a month there versus $1,775 in Fort Worth.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Fort Worth?
About $53,861 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Fort Worth or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $85,748 in Fort Worth and $113,063 in Overland Park, 24% more in Overland Park.
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