Arvada, CO vs Overland Park, KS
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Arvada
66.8
#1495 nationally
Overland Park
75.2
#489 nationally
Overland Park leads in cost of living index (99 vs 138). Overland Park leads in average commute (22.4 min vs 26.9 min). Arvada leads in walk score (35 vs 32).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arvada, CO | Overland Park, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.8 (#1495) | 75.2 (#489) |
| Population | 121,414 | 197,238 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $605,230 | $490,568 |
| Median Household Income | $106,014 | $97,126 |
| Average Commute | 26.9 min | 22.4 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 7.8 | Very Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 8.7 |
| Cost of Living Index | 138 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.5 | D+8.5 |
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66.8 Score
Arvada, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$605,230
Population
121,414
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
35
West
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C
75.2 Score
Overland Park, KS
Midwest value meets modern amenities
Median Home
$490,568
Population
197,238
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A
Midwest
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