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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

Data: HUD rent estimates, BLS cost of living

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You'd spend $465/month more in Overland Park, KS

$150.0K in your current city equals $155.6K in Overland Park, KS

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
6.2%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$465
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$5.6K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Fort Wayne, IN

Population:270K
Cost Index:
100
100 = national average
Median Home:$206K

Overland Park, KS

Population:197K
Cost Index:
106
(6% above avg)
Median Home:$344K

Fort Wayne, IN

The Hoosier State

270K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Indiana, this city has a population of 270K residents.

Overland Park, KS

The Sunflower State

197K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Kansas, this city has a population of 197K residents.

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Fort Wayne, IN vs Overland Park, KS

Other
5.6%
Fort Wayne, IN
$1,490
Overland Park, KS
$1,574
Difference
$84.13
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Housing
2.0%
Fort Wayne, IN
$1,819
Overland Park, KS
$1,856
Difference
$36.41
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All Utilities
5.4%
Fort Wayne, IN
$503
Overland Park, KS
$530
Difference
$27.25
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Groceries
2.2%
Fort Wayne, IN
$919
Overland Park, KS
$939
Difference
$20.17
more
Healthcare
3.2%
Fort Wayne, IN
$582
Overland Park, KS
$601
Difference
$18.51
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Transportation
0.2%
Fort Wayne, IN
$1,188
Overland Park, KS
$1,191
Difference
$2.32
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🏛️ Local Income Taxes

Fort Wayne, IN: Allen County Income Tax$2,220/yr (1.5%)

Overland Park, KS has no local income tax.

Local taxes are in addition to state income tax. Not all cities levy local income taxes.

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$870
To$1,082
$212
1 Bed
From$900
To$1,182
$282
2 Bed
From$1,090
To$1,340
$250
3 Bed
From$1,350
To$1,748
$398
Fort Wayne, INZIP-level data

1BR range: $790$1,360/mo

Overland Park, KSZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,290$1,710/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,502
Monthly in Fort Wayne, IN
$6,691
Monthly in Overland Park, KS
$189
Difference

Home Values

Fort Wayne
Overland Park
$206K
Median Value
$344K
↑ +2.2%
YoY Change
↑ +3.7%
↑ +46.8%
5-Year Change
↑ +40.5%
$104K - $439K
Price Range
$296K - $538K

Homes in Overland Park are 67% more expensive than Fort Wayne

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
$3.6K
More taxes
Monthly Difference
$298
Less take-home
Effective Rate Diff
2.4%
Rate difference

Fort Wayne, IN

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Indiana State Tax
Effective: 3.2%
$4.8K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 27.9%
$41.9K
Take-Home Pay
$9,012/month
$108.1K

Overland Park, KS

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Kansas State Tax
Effective: 5.6%
$8.4K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.3%
$45.4K
Take-Home Pay
$8,714/month
$104.6K

Additional Tax Information

Fort Wayne, IN Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.0%
Property Tax:0.9%

Overland Park, KS Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.7%
Property Tax:1.3%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Fort Wayne
Overland Park
45 Good
Air Quality
46 Good
62.6%
Good Air Days
59.3%
91 Moderate
Climate Risk
97 High
🌊🌪💨
Top Hazards
🌊🌡🌪
+3.1°F
2050 Outlook
+3.3°F
17 days
Heat Days >95°F
44 days
+3.1°F
2050 Outlook
+3.3°F
17 days
Heat Days >95°F
44 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Indiana and Kansas on TaxTakeHome.com

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