Salem, Oregon vs. Orem, Utah

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Orem, Utah is 7.9% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $53,955 in Orem, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Orem, Utah is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Orem
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Orem, UT
Compared to Salem, Orem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% 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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.8% higher
  Commute
  11.0% lower
  Health
  9.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher