New Brighton, MN 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.
New Brighton
75.6
#440 nationally
Overland Park
75.2
#489 nationally
Overland Park leads in median household income ($97,126 vs $84,707). Overland Park leads in cost of living index (99 vs 112). New Brighton leads in walk score (35 vs 32).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | New Brighton, MN | Overland Park, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.6 (#440) | 75.2 (#489) |
| Population | 22,228 | 197,238 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $389,217 | $490,568 |
| Median Household Income | $84,707 | $97,126 |
| Average Commute | 20.9 min | 22.4 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 2.5 | Very Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 8.7 |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+43.3 | D+8.5 |
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75.6 Score
New Brighton, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$389,217
Population
22,228
Crime
Low
Walk Score
35
Midwest
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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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