Orem, UT Local Data & Statistics

State: UT

Total population: 97,182 Household income: $83,342 Rent: $1,438

Overview

Total population

97,182

Rent

$1,438

Year built

1989

Household income

$83,342

Per capita income

$35,876

Poverty rate

10.2%

Unemployment rate

3.0%

Household size

3.0 persons

Rent over 30% of income

43.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Utah

Total population

97,182

Adults over 25

53,313

Total households

31,291

Household size

3.0 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$83,342

Per capita income

$35,876

Poverty rate

10.2%

Unemployment rate

3.0%

Rent over 30% of income

43.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,438

Year built

1989

Households that rent

42.2%

Households that own

57.8%

Rooms per home (all homes)

6.1

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

76.1%

Black

0.9%

Asian

Two or more races

12.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

19.4%

Not Hispanic or Latino

80.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

83.5%

Commute time to work

20 mins

Work from home

16.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

28.3%

High school graduate or GED

16.3%

Some college or associate degree

11.9%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

43.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Orem, UT with: Utah United States

Orem, UT

Total population97,182

Rent$1,438

Year built1989

Household income$83,342

Per capita income$35,876

Poverty rate10.2%

Unemployment rate3.0%

Utah State

Total population3,392,331

Rent$1,496

Year built1992

Household income$95,166

Per capita income$40,873

Poverty rate8.5%

Unemployment rate3.2%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityOrem, UT	StateUtah	CountryUnited States
Total population	97,182	3,392,331	334,922,499
Rent	$1,438	$1,496	$1,413
Year built	1989	1992	1980
Household income	$83,342	$95,166	$80,734
Per capita income	$35,876	$40,873	$44,673
Poverty rate	10.2%	8.5%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.0%	3.2%	4%

View the complete comparison of Orem, UT, Utah and United States →

Summary for Orem, UT

Orem is located in Utah.

Rent & Income

In Orem, the typical monthly rent is $1,438 and the typical household income is $83,342. Rent here is similar to both Utah and the U.S., and household income is lower than Utah and similar to the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 10.2%, which is higher than the Utah rate but lower than the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 42.2% of households. About 43.7% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 43.6% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is lower than both Utah and the national rate.

Orem, UT — Rent vs Household Income

Orem, UT — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Orem, UT compares in Utah (16 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,438	5 / 16	from lower rent	$1,149 – $2,019
Household income	$83,342	11 / 16	from higher income	$60,687 – $134,047
Poverty rate	10.2%	11 / 16	from lower poverty	3.7% – 23%
Unemployment rate	3%	12 / 16	from lower unemployment	2.5% – 3.4%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Utah with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Orem, UT

Rent

Rent prices put Orem in 5th place among 16 large communities in Utah. Across Utah, rents range from $1,149 in Logan, UT up to $2,019 in Herriman, UT.

Household income

For household income, Orem ranks 11th out of 16 large places. Across Utah, incomes range from $60,687 in Logan, UT to $134,047 in South Jordan, UT.

Poverty rate

For poverty rates, Orem is ranked 11th among 16 major areas. Across Utah, poverty runs from 3.7% in South Jordan, UT to 23% in Provo, UT.

Unemployment rate

In terms of unemployment, Orem is ranked 12th out of 16 major areas. Across Utah, rates go from 2.5% in Herriman, UT up to 3.4% in Ogden, UT.

💰 Rent in Orem, UT (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,438 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Orem, UT

Annual Household Income: $83,342

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Orem, UT

Estimated Rate: 10.2%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Orem, UT

In Orem, UT, households that rent: 13,211 (42.2%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	13,211	42.2%
Owner-Occupied	18,080	57.8%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Orem, UT

In Orem, UT, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 5,768 (43.7%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	5,768	43.7%
Other renter households	7,443	56.3%
Total renter households	13,211	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Orem, UT

Less than High School: 15,061 people (28.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 8,691 people (16.3%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 6,322 people (11.9%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 23,239 people (43.6%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 53,313

📊 Unemployment Rate in Orem, UT

Estimated Rate: 3.0%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.