Newark, OH 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.
Newark
74.9
#534 nationally
Overland Park
75.2
#489 nationally
Overland Park leads in median household income ($97,126 vs $56,284). Newark leads in walk score (36 vs 32). Newark leads in cost of living index (89 vs 99).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Newark, OH | Overland Park, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.9 (#534) | 75.2 (#489) |
| Population | 51,046 | 197,238 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $249,974 | $490,568 |
| Median Household Income | $56,284 | $97,126 |
| Average Commute | 23.6 min | 22.4 min |
| Walk Score | 36 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 7.7 | Very Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 8.7 |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+30.0 | D+8.5 |
C
74.9 Score
Newark, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$249,974
Population
51,046
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
36
Midwest
View Newark, OH →
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
View Overland Park, KS →
Try a different matchup
Swap Newark for: