salaryOverland Park is 19% 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
$3,405
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$141
👥 People living there
311,690
200,306
Commute to work
24.7 min
19.7 min
College degree
70.6%
63.7%
Own their home
44.5%
60.5%
Below poverty line
10.8%
5.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Overland Park for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $62,960 | -48% in Overland Park |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $61,060 | -40% in Overland Park |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $83,040 | -39% in Overland Park |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $60,770 | -38% in Overland Park |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $134,640 | -31% in Overland Park |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $90,490 | -28% in Overland Park |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $92,750 | -25% in Overland Park |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | $124,990 | -22% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Overland Park is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,810 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $48,893 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $113,063 in Overland Park, 30% more in Irvine.