Orem, Utah vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 6.7% cheaper than Orem, Utah.

You would need a salary of $55,982 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Orem, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is cheaper than Orem, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Olathe
than in Orem, Utah
Orem, UT vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Orem, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% lower
      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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  1.1% higher
  Health
  0.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% higher