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
$1,535
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$141
👥 People living there
510,612
200,306
Commute to work
21.7 min
19.7 min
College degree
38.4%
63.7%
Own their home
55.4%
60.5%
Below poverty line
14.6%
5.6%
Unemployment
4.4%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City 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 | Kansas City | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $83,040 | $83,040 | 0% in Overland Park |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,760 | $130,760 | 0% in Overland Park |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,420 | $64,420 | 0% in Overland Park |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,710 | $39,710 | 0% in Overland Park |
| Medical Assistant | $45,300 | $45,300 | 0% in Overland Park |
| Pharmacist | $139,460 | $139,460 | 0% in Overland Park |
| Physician Assistant | $133,350 | $133,350 | 0% in Overland Park |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,750 | $92,750 | 0% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Kansas City 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 Kansas City?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $113,063 in Overland Park, 34% more in Overland Park.
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