Overland Park is frequently distinguished with national awards in business and quality of life rankings. In 2008 Money magazine ranked Overland Park #9 in their “Top 10 Places to Live”. In 2009 Forbes magazine ranked our city #22 in their “America’s 25 Best Places to Move” and in 2010, Money magazine promoted Overland Park to the #7 position!
Overland Park is the second largest city in Kansas and home to more than 170,000 residents. While maintaining its own identity in the Greater Kansas City area, Overland Park steadily has built a wider reputation as one of the nation’s most dynamic corporate centers. It is home to more than 3,800 companies and the headquarters of major employers such as Sprint and Black & Veatch.
With affordable cost of living, four bedroom homes for less than $200,000 and an average daily commute of just 20 minutes, there are many reasons that Overland Park is frequently recommended as city with true family values and a place many are proud to call home.
Kansas City International Airport connects the Mid West with the rest of the country 59 daily direct flights to various cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and St. Louis and when visiting Kansas City for the first time, you’ll be entertained by attractions suitable for every age and interest. More information can be found at VisitKC.com.