Median Age
29 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 23% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
11%
Orem, UT Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,400
Population
106,231
Renter Mix
44% Rent
Perfect for families or students seeking the small town lifestyle.
Outdoors
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Scenic
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Nature
Nestled against the Wasatch Mountains, Orem combines outdoor recreation with city living. The city of over 106,000 residents offers various rental options throughout its neighborhoods, from apartments near Utah Valley University to residential communities throughout the city. The rental market currently shows one-bedroom units averaging $1,311, with a 0.9% decrease over the past year. The University district and the area near University Parkway provide convenient access to University Place mall and local dining.
Utah Valley University, the state's largest public university with over 43,000 students, influences the city's character. Residents enjoy access to mountain trails and the city's park system, including Palisade Park's splash pad. Local attractions include the annual Timpanogos Storytelling Festival and performances at the SCERA Center for the Arts. With more than 20 public parks throughout Orem, residents can easily find outdoor spaces close to home. Located 45 miles south of Salt Lake City, Orem offers transportation options including the FrontRunner commuter rail and UVX bus rapid transit system, connecting residents throughout the region.
Popular Neighborhoods
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Utah Lake is near the Northridge neighborhood.
Palisades Park has a plethora of open green space.
Located near the Aspen neighborhood, Provo River Trail provides miles of scenic views.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$74,997
Average: $101,780
Education
32,077
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
55,612
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Orem has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
44%
Non-Renters
56%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
25%
Other Education
75%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Orem, UT is $1,266 for a studio, $1,400 for one bedroom, $1,525 for two bedrooms, and $1,938 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Orem has increased by 3.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,400/month
752 Sq Ft
House
$1,866/month
1,887 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,489/month
1,084 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,424/month
1,390 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Orem, UT is 3.4% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Orem is 1.9% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,266 - $1,938. You can expect to pay 3.9% less for groceries, 20.1% less for utilities, and 2.3% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
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Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
582 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
729 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
710 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
690 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
621 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,344 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,112 Students
Public
Grades K-12
454 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,388 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,112 Students
Utah County Academy of Science (Ucas)
Public
Grades 9-12
556 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,365 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,365 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,287 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,287 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum
- Derrick Planetarium
- Utah Lake State Park
- Sundance Resort
Airports
- Provo Municipal
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.