Kansas
Overland Park
Population: 173,265
Labor force: 99,183
Startups per 1,000 people: 3.55
Small business per 1,000 people: 44
What to know about starting up in Overland Park:
"We're not industry-based, we're not manufacturing-based, we're more service-based in this area, and it tends to give a more positive attitude about the economy. People aren't afraid to spend money. You go to stores around town, go to restaurants, go to the movies, you can't see much change. There's plenty of work to go around. This city is big enough for my business and other businesses just like me."
-Ed O'Connor, co-founder and partner, computer and network service firm PC Partners
