salaryOverland Park is 12% 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
$1,649
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,805
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$87,192
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.8
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,339
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$141
👥 People living there
427,246
200,306
Commute to work
22 min
19.7 min
College degree
55.5%
63.7%
Own their home
47.7%
60.5%
Below poverty line
16%
5.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Minneapolis 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 | Minneapolis | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $39,350 | $60,770 | +54% in Overland Park |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,920 | $36,080 | +39% in Overland Park |
| Police Officer | $97,190 | $62,960 | -35% in Overland Park |
| Market Research Analyst | $97,910 | $72,580 | -26% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $101,630 | $76,150 | -25% in Overland Park |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,730 | $61,060 | -23% in Overland Park |
| Registered Nurse | $103,040 | $83,040 | -19% in Overland Park |
| HVAC Technician | $77,490 | $62,680 | -19% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Minneapolis or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Overland Park is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,810 a month there versus $1,649 in Minneapolis.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Minneapolis?
About $52,972 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Minneapolis or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $87,192 in Minneapolis and $113,063 in Overland Park, 23% more in Overland Park.
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