Orem, Utah vs. Idaho Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Springs, Colorado is 3.0% more expensive than Orem, Utah.

You would need a salary of $20,597 in Idaho Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Orem, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Springs, Colorado is more expensive than Orem, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% more expensive in Idaho Springs
than in Orem, Utah
Orem, UT vs. Idaho Springs, CO
Compared to Orem, Idaho Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% lower
  Commute
  45.8% higher
  Health
  17.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.7% higher