Hazelwood, MO 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.
Hazelwood
78.8
#158 nationally
Overland Park
75.2
#489 nationally
Overland Park leads in median household income ($97,126 vs $55,111). Hazelwood leads in cost of living index (89 vs 99). Overland Park leads in walk score (32 vs 30).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hazelwood, MO | Overland Park, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.8 (#158) | 75.2 (#489) |
| Population | 24,863 | 197,238 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $162,936 | $490,568 |
| Median Household Income | $55,111 | $97,126 |
| Average Commute | 22.4 min | 22.4 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 13.4 | Very Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 8.7 |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.4 | D+8.5 |
C+
78.8 Score
Hazelwood, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$162,936
Population
24,863
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
30
Midwest
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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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