Cost of Living Calculator - Marion, Iowa vs Overland Park, Kansas


The cost of living in Overland Park, Kansas is 27.5% more expensive than Marion, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $255,083 in Overland Park, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Overland Park, Kansas is more expensive than Marion, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% more expensive in Overland Park
than in Marion, Iowa
Marion, IA vs Overland Park, KS
Compared to Marion, Overland Park is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  20.1% higher
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% higher

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