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
$1,399
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,194
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$55,797
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$169,000
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.2
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,845
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$223
$141
👥 People living there
618,980
200,306
Commute to work
21.1 min
19.7 min
College degree
28%
63.7%
Own their home
44.9%
60.5%
Below poverty line
23.1%
5.6%
Unemployment
8.3%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Memphis 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 | Memphis | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,550 | $36,080 | +47% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $58,690 | $76,150 | +30% in Overland Park |
| Electrician | $60,890 | $76,860 | +26% in Overland Park |
| Carpenter | $50,620 | $61,810 | +22% in Overland Park |
| Dental Hygienist | $78,580 | $92,750 | +18% in Overland Park |
| Police Officer | $75,410 | $62,960 | -17% in Overland Park |
| Medical Assistant | $39,260 | $45,300 | +15% in Overland Park |
| Operations Manager | $102,510 | $90,490 | -12% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Memphis or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Memphis 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 Memphis?
About $60,237 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Memphis or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $55,797 in Memphis and $113,063 in Overland Park, 51% more in Overland Park.