salaryOverland Park is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,810
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,816
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$113,063
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$413,600
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,364
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$146
👥 People living there
200,306
188,065
Commute to work
19.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
63.7%
50%
Own their home
60.5%
42.3%
Below poverty line
5.6%
15.8%
Unemployment
3.6%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Overland Park for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Overland Park | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $62,960 | $85,050 | +35% in Tempe |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $47,530 | +32% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $83,040 | $100,830 | +21% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,420 | $78,080 | +21% in Tempe |
| Electrician | $76,860 | $61,210 | -20% in Tempe |
| Plumber | $76,150 | $63,750 | -16% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,710 | $45,290 | +14% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $30,700 | $34,920 | +14% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Overland Park or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Overland Park is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,810 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Overland Park?
About $66,985 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Overland Park or Tempe?
The typical household earns $113,063 in Overland Park and $85,917 in Tempe, 32% more in Overland Park.