salaryMobile is 5% 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
$1,257
$1,810
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,109
$1,816
💵 Families earn per year
$57,762
$113,063
🔑 Buying a house
$193,300
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
88.1
92.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$968
$4,364
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$141
👥 People living there
203,416
200,306
Commute to work
22.8 min
19.7 min
College degree
32%
63.7%
Own their home
54%
60.5%
Below poverty line
18.4%
5.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Mobile 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 | Mobile | Overland Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $60,710 | $92,750 | +53% in Overland Park |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,860 | $36,080 | +34% in Overland Park |
| Police Officer | $47,000 | $62,960 | +34% in Overland Park |
| HVAC Technician | $47,960 | $62,680 | +31% in Overland Park |
| Firefighter | $46,770 | $60,770 | +30% in Overland Park |
| Nursing Assistant | $30,880 | $39,710 | +29% in Overland Park |
| Plumber | $59,410 | $76,150 | +28% in Overland Park |
| Carpenter | $48,540 | $61,810 | +27% in Overland Park |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mobile or Overland Park cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $1,810 in Overland Park.
What salary do I need in Overland Park to match $60,000 in Mobile?
About $63,027 a year gives the same standard of living in Overland Park.
Where do people earn more, Mobile or Overland Park?
The typical household earns $57,762 in Mobile and $113,063 in Overland Park, 49% more in Overland Park.