Overland Park is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Richmond to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,810
$1,644
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,816
$1,520
💵 Families earn per year
$113,063
$69,657
🔑 Buying a house
$413,600
$353,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,364
$3,150
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$141
👥 People living there
200,306
229,359
Commute to work
19.7 min
21.7 min
College degree
63.7%
45.6%
Own their home
60.5%
43.5%
Below poverty line
5.6%
18.2%
Unemployment
3.6%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Overland Park for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Richmond for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Overland Park | Richmond | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $76,860 | $61,350 | -20% in Richmond |
| Operations Manager | $90,490 | $108,670 | +20% in Richmond |
| Plumber | $76,150 | $61,480 | -19% in Richmond |
| Carpenter | $61,810 | $51,870 | -16% in Richmond |
| Registered Nurse | $83,040 | $93,580 | +13% in Richmond |
| Market Research Analyst | $72,580 | $81,660 | +13% in Richmond |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,750 | $104,250 | +12% in Richmond |
| Civil Engineer | $98,860 | $91,300 | -8% in Richmond |
Frequently asked questions
Is Overland Park or Richmond cheaper to live in?
Overland Park is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,810 a month there versus $1,644 in Richmond.
What salary do I need in Richmond to match $60,000 in Overland Park?
About $63,446 a year gives the same standard of living in Richmond.
Where do people earn more, Overland Park or Richmond?
The typical household earns $113,063 in Overland Park and $69,657 in Richmond, 62% more in Overland Park.
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