Chicago, Illinois vs. Orem, Utah

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Orem, Utah is 2.9% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,443 in Orem, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Orem, Utah is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Orem
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Orem, UT
Compared to Chicago, Orem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  38.3% lower
  Health
  15.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower