Orem, Utah vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 33.3% cheaper than Orem, Utah.

You would need a salary of $50,023 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Orem, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Orem, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Emporia
than in Orem, Utah
Orem, UT vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Orem, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.3% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% higher
  Commute
  26.3% lower
  Health
  5.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower