Frequently Asked Questions
Is Orem South a good place to live?
Orem South is a good place to live. Orem South is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Orem South is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Orem South has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 13.2 people per acre and a median age of 30. The average household income is $106,173 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 39.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Orem South are renters, with 53.9% of residents renting and 46.1% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Orem South can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Orem South neighborhood guide.
Is Orem South, UT a safe neighborhood?
Orem South, UT is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Orem South?
The median home price in Orem South is $500,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $100,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,610 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $112K a year to afford the median home price in Orem South. The average household income in Orem South is $106K.
What are the best public schools in Orem South?
The best public schools that serve Orem South are:
- Orem Elementary School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 23:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Lakeridge Jr High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 26:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Mountain View High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 24:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
What are the best private schools in Orem South?
The best private schools that serve Orem South are:
- Ivy Hall Academy has a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Provo Canyon School - Provo Campus has a student teacher ratio of 2:1 and an average review score of 1.0.
What are the most popular zip codes in Orem South, Orem, UT?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Orem South, Orem, UT?
The most popular neighborhoods near Orem South, Orem, UT are Westmore, SCERA, Orem Park, Hillcrest and Sunset Heights.
