Palmer, Alaska vs. Orem, Utah

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Orem, Utah is 3.8% cheaper than Palmer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $72,128 in Orem, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Orem, Utah is cheaper than Palmer, Alaska
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
29% cheaper in Orem
than in Palmer, Alaska
Palmer, AK vs. Orem, UT
Compared to Palmer, Orem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  29.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.7% lower
  Commute
  29.7% lower
  Health
  20.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.5% lower