Overland Park, Kansas

About

Overland Park is a city located in the county of Johnson in the U.S. state of Kansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 173,372 and a population density of 885 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 197,381 inhabitants.

The city was created 119 years ago in 1904.

As the second most populous city in Kansas, Overland Park offers a high quality of life with top schools, jobs, and recreation. This family-friendly suburb of Kansas City provides both natural beauty and urban conveniences.

Job Opportunities

Overland Park serves as a major employment hub with corporate headquarters and regional offices. Major companies like Black & Veatch, Compass Minerals and Farmers Insurance base operations here. The city's population booms during weekdays as over 150,000 commuters come for work.

The economy also benefits from healthcare services centered around Overland Park Regional Medical Center. Retail jobs can be found in developments like the Oak Park Mall, which generates over $600 million in annual sales.

Outdoor Recreation

Overland Park lives up to its name with over 1,800 acres of public parkland and 85 miles of biking and hiking trails. The Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve offers hiking among rare tallgrass prairie ecosystems.

At the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, visitors enjoy 10 themed gardens showcasing flowers, herbs and ornamental grasses. The city also manages an impressive public golf course network with four 18-hole regulation courses.

Family Fun

Top attractions like the KC T-Bones Stadium, Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, and Museum at Prairiefire provide entertainment for all ages. Downtown Overland Park features farmer’s markets, public art, and summer concerts in quaint settings.

The city boasts a Blue Ribbon School system and amenities like the Overland Park Convention Center that enhance the community's draw for families.

With economic opportunities, recreation, and family-friendly features, Overland Park truly has something for everyone.

Quick Facts about Overland Park

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Geography

Overland Park is located at 38°58'56"N 94°40'15"W (38.9822300, -94.6707900). It has 7 neighbors: Kansas City, Leawood, Lenexa, Merriam, Mission, Prairie Village and City of Shawnee.

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People born in Overland Park, including soccer player Matt Besler, actress Sarah Lancaster, film director and screenwriter Darren Lynn Bousman, .

List

• Michael Almereyda (American film director and screenwriter) he was born in 07/04/1959
• Will John (American soccer player) he was born in 13/06/1985
• Matt Freije (Lebanese/American basketball player) he was born in 02/10/1981
• Tom Kane (American voice actor) he was born in 15/04/1962
• Andy Gruenebaum (American professional soccer player) he was born in 30/12/1982
• Todd Bosley (actor) he was born in 29/07/1984
• Deborah Bryant (American model) she was born in 01/01/1947
• Jon Parry (American futsal player) he was born in 10/05/1969
• Tara Dawn Holland (American musician) she was born in 02/10/1972
• Arash Ferdowsi (American businessman) he was born in 07/10/1985
• Colton Murray (American baseball player) he was born in 22/04/1990
• Daphne Blunt (American actress and singer) she was born in 23/10/1997
• Elmo Gideon (American painter and sculptor) he was born in 11/01/1924
• Jason Kander (39th Missouri Secretary of State) he was born in 04/05/1981
• Jeff Wolfert (American football player) he was born in 22/10/1985
• Jon Kempin (American soccer player) he was born in 08/04/1993
• Ryan Horvath (Player of American football) he was born in 04/08/1983
• Trey Brown (Player of American football) he was born in 01/03/1985