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Orem, UT Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
$60/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Orem is highly competitive, with a mix of new developments and established neighborhoods. Home prices have been rising steadily over the past few years, but there are still affordable options available for buyers and renters. The city has a strong sense of community, with many family-friendly amenities and activities.
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
96
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.75% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| <p>State 4.85% + County 0.5% + City 2.4%</p> | |
Utah has a flat state income tax rate of 4.95%, with no local income taxes.
Family & Relocation
40
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Orem has a limited public transportation system, but it is stroller-friendly, with accessible buses and sidewalks.
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📰 Live Local News
Orem has regulations in place to protect the environment, including recycling programs and energy-efficient building codes.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Orem — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Orem fluctuate by season, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning usage and higher gas bills in the winter due to heating. However, the city's mild climate means that these fluctuations are relatively moderate compared to other parts of the country.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 84057 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85%, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and family-friendly infrastructure, but some areas with limited elevator access in public transportation
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