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Relocation guide
Moving to Overland Park
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
197,199
Median age 38.6
Median household income
$103,838
Median rent
$1,455/mo
Median home value
$384,400
Schools
58
3 districts
Summer high / winter low
88° / 21°
Pros
- Household incomes run 32% above the US median ($103,838).
- Rent takes only about 17% of the median household income.
- Mild weather in June, September, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 74 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 39 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Cold winters: January lows average 21°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
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Where in Overland Park?
Overland Park spans 14 zip codes. Median home values range from $254,400 to $670,500 by zip.
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Is Overland Park a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 32% above the US median ($103,838). Rent takes only about 17% of the median household income. On the other hand: Cold winters: January lows average 21°F.
How much do I need to earn to live in Overland Park?
The median household earns $103,838. Rent at the median ($1,455/month) is about 17% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $58,200 a year.
How many schools are in Overland Park?
58 public and private schools across 3 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Overland Park?
Highs average 88°F in July and lows 21°F in January. The most comfortable months are June, September, October.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.