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Overland Park is a city located in Johnson County in the U.S. state of Kansas. As of the 2020 census, the population of Overland Park was 195,847 making it the second most populous city in Kansas after Wichita. Overland Park is a suburb of Kansas City and is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

History

Overland Park was founded in 1905 and was originally an unincorporated town. It was named after Overland Park, a large landscaped park with over 1,000 acres that was planned to be built in the area. Overland Park officially incorporated as a city in 1960 when its population reached 28,085 residents.

To learn more about the history of Overland Park, visit the Overland Park Wikipedia page.

Population

As of the 2020 United States Census, Overland Park had a population of 195,847 making it the second most populous city in the state of Kansas after Wichita. Overland Park is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area which had a population of over 2 million. Some key facts about the demographics and population of Overland Park:

• Overland Park is currently the 27th most populous city in the United States.
• Between 2010 and 2020, the population of Overland Park grew by 10.4%.
• The racial makeup of Overland Park is 82.4% White, 5.3% Asian, 4.6% Black, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 0.2% Native American, and 3.1% mixed race.
• Overland Park has a relatively high median household income of $80,905 (2015).
• Around 95.7% of Overland Park residents have graduated high school and 57.4% have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Economy and Major Employers

Overland Park has a strong, diverse economy with major industries that include finance, insurance, real estate, trade, transportation and utilities. Some of the largest companies headquartered in Overland Park include:

• Black & Veatch (engineering) - 11401 Lamar Ave, Overland Park, KS 66211 - (913) 458-2000
• YRC Worldwide (transportation/trucking) - 10990 Roe Ave, Overland Park, KS 66211 - (913) 696-6100
• Compass Minerals (mining and minerals) - 9900 West 109th St, Overland Park, KS 66210 - (913) 344-9200

Other major private sector employers include Garmin, DEG, Farmers Insurance, Waddell & Reed, American Century Investments, Husch Blackwell, and StressCrete Group.

To learn more about economic development in Overland Park visit the Overland Park Chamber of Commerce website.

Attractions and Landmarks

Some of the most popular attractions and landmarks in Overland Park include:

Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

The Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens showcase over 1,700 different plant species both outdoors and indoors across 300 acres. Some highlights include rose gardens, a children's garden, wetlands, and botanical libraries.

Address: 8909 W 179th Street, Overland Park, KS 66013

Phone: (913) 685-3604

Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead

The Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead is a fun, interactive park where kids can learn about farm animals and agriculture. The farmstead has everything from cow milking demos to pony rides.

Address: 13800 Switzer Rd, Overland Park, KS 66221

Phone: (913) 826-2820

Oak Park Mall

Oak Park Mall is the largest mall in Kansas with over 180 stores, restaurants, and entertainment options. Anchor stores include Von Maur, Macy's, Dillard's, and Dick's Sporting Goods.

Address: 11115 W 95th St, Overland Park, KS 66214

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Overland Park is provided by RideKC, the regional transit authority for the Kansas City area. RideKC operates several bus routes that serve popular destinations like Oak Park Mall, Johnson County Community College, and the Overland Park Convention Center.

To plan your trip using RideKC visit the RideKC website or call (816) 221-0660.

Public Library

The Overland Park Public Library system has 3 branch locations across the city. The main library branch is located at:

Overland Park Public Library

In addition to an extensive book collection, the library offers services like free Wi-Fi, public computers, storytimes for kids, and book clubs for adults.

Learn more at the Overland Park Public Library website.

Museums

Overland Park is home to several museums and cultural institutions including:

Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

Features botanical gardens, nature trails, education programs and more. See contact information above.

Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead

Interactive children's farm and agriculture learning center. See contact information above.

Johnson County Museum

Showcases exhibits and artifacts related to Johnson County history.

Address: 8788 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66212

Phone: (913) 481-0100

Explore all of Overland Park's many museums and cultural institutions.

Sports Teams

As part of the Kansas City metropolitan area, Overland Park residents root for all of Kansas City's major sports teams including:

• Kansas City Royals - MLB baseball team
• Kansas City Chiefs - NFL football team
• Sporting Kansas City - MLS soccer team

Overland Park also has several recreational youth sports leagues including the Overland Park Soccer Club, Overland Park Basketball Academy, Overland Park Renegades baseball, and more.

County Government

Overland Park is located in Johnson County, Kansas. The county government website can be found at:

Johnson County Government
111 S Cherry St #2000
Olathe, KS 66061
Phone: (913) 715-5000

School Districts

Overland Park is primarily served by the Blue Valley and Shawnee Mission public school districts. There are also several private and charter school options.

Blue Valley School District

Serves eastern Overland Park. Website: bluevalleyk12.org

Shawnee Mission School District

Serves western Overland Park. Website: smsd.org

Additional Local Resources

• Official City of Overland Park Website
• Overland Park Convention Center
• Overland Park Recreation Services
• Overland Park Police Department
• Johnson County Emergency Medical Services

Overland Park, Kansas offers excellent schools, affordable housing, low crime rates, and a robust economy. With a diverse population over 190,000, Overland Park has established itself as a hub for families and businesses in the greater Kansas City region.

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