salaryOverland Park is 10% 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
$1,826
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,712
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$89,248
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$408,000
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,604
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$141
👥 People living there
511,764
200,306
Commute to work
24.7 min
19.7 min
College degree
32.5%
63.7%
Own their home
64.4%
60.5%
Below poverty line
10.3%
5.6%
Unemployment
4.2%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Mesa for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Overland Park for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Mesa | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $62,960 | -26% in Overland Park |
| Electrician | $61,210 | $76,860 | +26% in Overland Park |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $36,080 | -24% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $63,750 | $76,150 | +19% in Overland Park |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $83,040 | -18% in Overland Park |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $64,420 | -17% in Overland Park |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $39,710 | -12% in Overland Park |
| Cashier | $34,920 | $30,700 | -12% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mesa or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Overland Park is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,810 a month there versus $1,826 in Mesa.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Mesa?
About $53,744 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Mesa or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $89,248 in Mesa and $113,063 in Overland Park, 21% more in Overland Park.