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
$1,463
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$141
👥 People living there
323,725
200,306
Commute to work
20.9 min
19.7 min
College degree
48.3%
63.7%
Own their home
53.8%
60.5%
Below poverty line
14.9%
5.6%
Unemployment
4.9%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette 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 | Lexington-Fayette | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $60,770 | +67% in Overland Park |
| Electrician | $57,320 | $76,860 | +34% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $76,150 | +23% in Overland Park |
| Lawyer | $111,040 | $134,640 | +21% in Overland Park |
| Physician Assistant | $112,230 | $133,350 | +19% in Overland Park |
| Carpenter | $52,030 | $61,810 | +19% in Overland Park |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $92,750 | +16% in Overland Park |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,100 | $34,320 | +14% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette 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 Lexington-Fayette?
About $59,777 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $113,063 in Overland Park, 34% more in Overland Park.
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