Overland Park, KS
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 173,265 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | High |
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.
| Population [details] | 173,265 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 68.9% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 625.29 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 58.20% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 36.82 °F/16.35 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.88 °F/67.35 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 36.18 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 52 |
| Cost of living [details] | 96.8 |
| State sales tax | 5.30% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Oklahoma City (275.25 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | KANSAS CITY INTERNATIONAL (25.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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