($833) Cost to Move From St. Louis, MO to Overland Park, KS

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Cost to hire movers from St. Louis to Overland Park

When planning a move to Overland Park from St. Louis, for a studio or one-bedroom, you’ll likely pay between $833 and $2,840. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $1,540 and $4,418 for the same journey. Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $1,959 to $5,367.

Cost of moving containers from St. Louis to Overland Park

When you’re heading from St. Louis to Overland Park, and you’re only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $602 and $1,338. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $1,029 and $2,027. If you’re packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $1,454 to $2,460. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from St. Louis to Overland Park

A moving rental truck from St. Louis to Overland Park is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $287 to $502. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $314 to $644, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms from St. Louis to Overland Park costs around $400 to $766.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent is about 24% more expensive in Overland Park than in St. Louis. Make sure to include this increase in your monthly budget.
• Plan for a heftier mortgage payment since home prices are approximately 152% steeper in Overland Park compared to St. Louis.
• There’s good news: the average income differences between Overland Park and St. Louis are within a modest 5%, minimizing financial adjustments.
• Expect to spend less on everyday needs such as food, fuel, and utilities in Overland Park. The cost of living for a single person there is 6% below that of St. Louis.
• A move to Overland Park can offer your family a more affordable lifestyle, with savings on everyday costs such as utilities, groceries, and transport. The cost of living for a family is 27% lower compared to St. Louis.
• Overland Park has a lower unemployment rate than St. Louis by about 52%. This signals a stronger job market and healthier local economy, both promising indicators for someone relocating.
• Sales taxes are nearly equal in both Overland Park and St. Louis (within a 5% range), so budgeting should not be affected by this change.
• Income taxes are 19% more in Kansas than in Missouri. This increase in state taxes means you will retain less of your earnings, impacting your disposable income.

• Overland Park’s population is about 33% less than St. Louis.
• Overland Park’s public transportation score of 2 out of 10 is lower than St. Louis’s score of 8.
• Overland Park is less walkable than St. Louis with a score of 35 out of 100 vs St. Louis’s 66 out of 100.
• Overland Park has a bike-friendliness score of 46 out of 100, which means it isn’t as accessible or safe for cyclists as St. Louis, which has a score of 58.
• Overland Park’s crime rate is lower than St. Louis with a score of 24.73 compared to St. Louis’s 69.65. This means that Overland Park neighborhoods are safer than 24.73% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and St. Louis neighborhoods are safer than 69.65%.
• Overland Park is considered to be safer than St. Louis with a safety index of 75.27 vs St. Louis’s 30.35.
• Air quality in Overland Park is Good, and in St. Louis it’s Moderate.

• HOA rules: Costs across St. Louis and Overland Park are largely aligned, so your monthly budget shouldn’t shift much after the move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you’ll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• State licensing: In Kansas, the Transportation Division of the Kansas Corporation Commission monitors, licenses, and regulates intrastate motor carriers like movers. The state’s Corporation Commission issues moving companies operating authority in the form of KCC Numbers, which customers can verify online here before hiring a mover. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Kansas, visit the state’s public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Moving permits aren’t typically required in Kansas, but always confirm with local authorities to avoid surprises.
• Change of address: You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Overland Park. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry. Released Value Protection is the most economical option because it doesn’t cost anything. It is offered by movers at no additional charge, but the protection is minimal. Under this option, the mover is responsible for no more than 60 cents per pound per article. For example, if your mover lost or damaged a 50 inch TV weighing 25 pounds, you would only receive $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). If you need for the full value of your items to be covered, please consult with the moving company you’re hiring for other options or a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Downtown Overland Park
• Oak Park
• South Lake
• Deer Creek
• Pinehurst Estates

Best neighborhoods for families

• Beverly Estates
• Brookridge Estates
• Mills Farm
• Lions Gate
• Deer Valley

Things to do in Overland Park

With your move to Kansas complete, you can dive right into experiencing Overland Park. From cultural attractions to outdoor adventures, you’ll never run out of things to do:

• Arts and culture: Overland Park is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Johnson County Museum, Museum at Prairiefire, and Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art.
• Outdoor recreation: The city’s Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, and Indian Creek Greenway — among other spots — perfect for hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the outdoors.
• Sports: Experience the energy of a live game and back the home team at an Kansas City Chiefs (nearby)Kansas City Royals (nearby)Sporting Kansas City (nearby)Kansas City Mavericks (nearby)University of Kansas Hockey Club’s Jayhawks (nearby) game.