Cost of Living in Overland Park, KS

With a cost of living index of 108, Overland Park, KS is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 8% more expensive than the national average and 37% above the Kansas state average of 72. As a major city with a population of 197,199, Overland Park offers a wide range of housing options, employment opportunities, and urban amenities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Overland Park's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,455 (10% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $384,400 (26% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.7x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Overland Park is $103,838, which is 38% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Kansas City, MO-KS (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.