Cultural Attractions
The Overland Park Convention Center features work by over 50 artists from Kansas and Missouri.
Recreation
The Arboretum and Botanical gardens offers "natural sightseeing."
Historical
Most of the streets in Overland Park are named for original settlers.
Economy
Sprint Nextel is the city's leading employer.
Fun Fact
Overland Park has been ranked as the second- "smartest" city in the country due to the high percentage of residents 25 and over with four-year college degrees.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 177,374
- Population under 55:
- 75.1%
- Population over 55:
- 24.9%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Kansas City
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 89°F July High, 16°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $63,582
- Median home price:
- $211,225
- Average property tax:
- $175
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 6%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- Average
Employment Projections
Education
K–12
- Elementary schools:
- 42
- Middle schools:
- 18
- High schools:
- 13
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 15
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 18
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 6/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 44/2
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 55/2
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 1015
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