Orem, Utah vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 28.6% cheaper than Orem, Utah.

You would need a salary of $35,701 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Orem, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Orem, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Waco
than in Orem, Utah
Orem, UT vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Orem, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.6% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% higher
  Commute
  15.4% lower
  Health
  0.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower