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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

Data: HUD rent estimates, BLS cost of living

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You'd spend $444/month more in Grand Rapids, MI

$150.0K in your current city equals $155.3K in Grand Rapids, MI

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from Kansas City, MO-KS area
Overall Cost
5.9%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$444
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$5.3K
Per year

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

Overland Park, KS

Population:197K
Cost Index:
100
100 = national average
Median Home:$344K

Grand Rapids, MI

Population:197K
Cost Index:
106
(6% above avg)
Median Home:$288K

Overland Park, KS

The Sunflower State

197K
Population
State Tax
Yes

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

Grand Rapids, MI

The Great Lakes State

197K
Population
State Tax
Yes

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

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Overland Park, KS vs Grand Rapids, MI

Transportation
21.2%
Overland Park, KS
$1,191
Grand Rapids, MI
$1,444
Difference
$253
more
Healthcare
21.2%
Overland Park, KS
$601
Grand Rapids, MI
$728
Difference
$127
more
Housing
6.3%
Overland Park, KS
$1,856
Grand Rapids, MI
$1,973
Difference
$118
more
Other
4.8%
Overland Park, KS
$1,574
Grand Rapids, MI
$1,649
Difference
$74.93
more
Groceries
3.4%
Overland Park, KS
$939
Grand Rapids, MI
$972
Difference
$32.22
more
All Utilities
2.9%
Overland Park, KS
$530
Grand Rapids, MI
$515
Difference
$15.21
less

🏛️ Local Income Taxes

Grand Rapids, MI: Grand Rapids City Income Tax$2,250/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$1,082
To$1,334
$252
1 Bed
From$1,182
To$1,375
$193
2 Bed
From$1,340
To$1,652
$312
3 Bed
From$1,748
To$2,134
$386
Overland Park, KSZIP-level data

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

Grand Rapids, MIZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,280$1,420/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.

$6,691
Monthly in Overland Park, KS
$7,280
Monthly in Grand Rapids, MI
$590
Difference

Home Values

Overland Park
Grand Rapids
$344K
Median Value
$288K
↑ +3.7%
YoY Change
↑ +2.2%
↑ +40.5%
5-Year Change
↑ +40.6%
$296K - $538K
Price Range
$229K - $481K

Homes in Grand Rapids are 16% less expensive than Overland Park

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
$2.0K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$170
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
1.4%
Rate difference

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

Grand Rapids, MI

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Michigan State Tax
Effective: 4.3%
$6.4K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 28.9%
$43.4K
Take-Home Pay
$8,884/month
$106.6K

Additional Tax Information

Overland Park, KS Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.7%
Property Tax:1.3%

Grand Rapids, MI Tax Rates

Sales Tax:6.0%
Property Tax:1.4%

💡 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

Overland Park
Grand Rapids
46 Good
Air Quality
43 Good
59.3%
Good Air Days
68.6%
97 High
Climate Risk
98 High
🌊🌡🌪
Top Hazards
🌊🌡🌪
+3.3°F
2050 Outlook
+3.3°F
44 days
Heat Days >95°F
13 days
+3.3°F
2050 Outlook
+3.3°F
44 days
Heat Days >95°F
13 days

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

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