salaryOverland Park is 6% 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
$1,533
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,499
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$69,901
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$277,800
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.6
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,198
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$141
👥 People living there
2,328,253
200,306
Commute to work
27.2 min
19.7 min
College degree
36.6%
63.7%
Own their home
42.1%
60.5%
Below poverty line
19.9%
5.6%
Unemployment
6.9%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Houston 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 | Houston | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,080 | $36,080 | +63% in Overland Park |
| Electrician | $59,180 | $76,860 | +30% in Overland Park |
| Carpenter | $49,670 | $61,810 | +24% in Overland Park |
| Operations Manager | $119,600 | $90,490 | -24% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $61,300 | $76,150 | +24% in Overland Park |
| Registered Nurse | $99,830 | $83,040 | -17% in Overland Park |
| Police Officer | $74,570 | $62,960 | -16% in Overland Park |
| Lawyer | $157,980 | $134,640 | -15% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Overland Park is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,810 a month there versus $1,533 in Houston.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Houston?
About $56,298 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Houston or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $69,901 in Houston and $113,063 in Overland Park, 38% more in Overland Park.