Orem, Utah

Orem: The second most populous city in Utah County, Utah. It is located on the shores of Utah Lake in central Utah. Orem is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Orem Public Library and the Orem Museum of Art.

About

Orem is a city located in the county of Utah in the U.S. state of Utah. Its population at the 2010 census was 88,328 and a population density of 1,846 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 98,970 inhabitants.

The city was created 147 years ago in 1876.

Orem is a city located in Utah County, Utah, about 45 miles south of Salt Lake City. With a population of over 97,000, it is the largest city in Utah County. Orem is situated next to Provo, Utah.

History of Orem

Orem was incorporated as a city in 1919. It was originally known as Provo Bench and later Orem, named after Walter Orem, the owner of the railroad that operated in the area.

Orem saw rapid growth after World War II when Geneva Steel opened. Other factors like the construction of I-15 and the proximity to BYU also contributed to Orem's expansion.

Key Locations and Characteristics

Some of the main areas and landmarks in Orem include:

  • Utah Valley University - One of the largest universities in Utah with over 40,000 students. UVU brings youth and vibrancy to Orem.
  • Orem City Center - This mixed-use development houses retail, restaurants, office space, and high-rise apartments and condos. It serves as a downtown area.
  • Provo Canyon - The canyon provides access to hiking and skiing in the Wasatch Mountains.
  • Orem Owlz Baseball - A minor league baseball team that plays at the Brent Brown Ballpark.

Orem has easy access to technology jobs with companies like Adobe, as well as outdoor recreation with the mountains and lakes nearby. It provides a balanced lifestyle next to the larger city of Provo. Orem is a growing hub for business, education, and culture in Utah County.

Orem locator map
Location of Orem on Utah map.

Quick Facts about Orem

Population : 98,970 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Utah (United States)
County : Utah County
Area : 47.85 km2
Altitude : 4,774 feet / 1455 meters
Establishment : January 01, 1877 (147 years ago)
Time Zone : Mountain Time Zone
Local time : 13:48:44 (30th October 2024)
Postal code : 84057
Density : 2,068 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 10.75% (2010-2020)
Orem Utah City Center. image
Orem Utah City Center.
Orem Utah City Center. image

Geography

Orem is located at 40°17'49"N 111°41'41"W (40.2969000, -111.6946500). It has 3 neighbors: Lindon, Provo and Vineyard.

Orem map

Orem has 3 neighbours.

  • Lindon city in Utah County, Utah, United States
  • Provo The second most populous city in Utah. It is located in the Salt Lake Valley region of Utah. Provo is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as Brigham Young University and the BYU Museum of Art.
  • Vineyard city in Utah County, Utah, United States

Demographics

The population of Orem increased by 10.75% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 88,328 - census
2011 89,605 1.43% estimation process
2012 90,578 1.07% estimation process
2013 91,318 0.81% estimation process
2014 91,362 0.05% estimation process
2015 93,777 2.58% estimation process
2016 96,902 3.22% estimation process
2017 97,674 0.79% estimation process
2018 97,430 -0.25% estimation process
2019 97,828 0.41% estimation process
2020 98,970 1.15% estimation process

Orem zip code is 84057. County name: Utah, County fips: 49049

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People born in Orem (32)

People born in Orem, including dancer, singer and actress Julianne Hough, bobsledder Shauna Rohbock, skeleton racer Noelle Pikus-Pace, .

List

  • Kristin Hildebrand (American volleyball player) she was born in 30/06/1985
  • Scott Pinckney (professional golfer) he was born in 13/03/1989
  • Quinn Allman (American guitarist) he was born in 18/01/1982
  • Brian Wimmer (actor) he was born in 01/10/1959
  • Erin Thorn (American basketball player-coach) she was born in 19/05/1981
  • Jeph Howard (American musician) he was born in 04/01/1979
  • Allison Holker (American dancer) she was born in 06/02/1988
  • Dave Kruger (Player of American football) he was born in 17/05/1990
  • Gary Crowton (American football coach) he was born in 14/06/1957
  • Joe Kruger (American football player, defensive end) he was born in 04/06/1992
  • LaVell Edwards (American football player and coach) he was born in 11/10/1930
  • Mollee Gray (American singer, actor and dancer) she was born in 15/05/1991
  • Tai Wesley (American basketball player) he was born in 13/05/1986
  • Setema Gali (American football defensive end) he was born in 02/07/1976
  • Jennifer Hamson (US volleyball and basketball player) she was born in 23/01/1992
  • Deanne Soza (American artistic gymnast) she was born in 24/09/2001
  • Haight Cheney (American amateur wrestler) he was born in 27/12/1984
  • DeAnna Bennett (American mixed martial artist) she was born in 18/11/1984

Schools in Orem

College & universities near Orem, UT

Code Name City ZIP
436270 Cortiva Institute-Orem Orem (UT) 84057
230630 Stevens-Henager College Orem (UT) 84058
230737 Utah Valley University Orem (UT) 84058-5999
229957 AmeriTech College-Provo Provo (UT) 84604
448239 Careers Unlimited Orem (UT) 84058

Stations (5)

Amtrak & bus stations near Orem, UT

Code Name Address Type
PRO Provo 300 West 600 South RAIL
SLC Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub 340 South 600 West RAIL
SLB Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub 300 South 600 West BUS
HER Helper 1 Depot Street RAIL
OGD Ogden, Utah 2393 Wall Avenue BUS

Post offices near Orem

Post Office Name City ZIP
Orem Post Office Orem (UT) 84057
Mountain Shadow Post Office Orem (UT) 84097
Pleasant Grov Post Office Pleasant Grove (UT) 84062
Prov Post Office Provo (UT) 84601
Prov Post Office Provo (UT) 84606

Other cities in Utah County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Utah County , UT. (more)

City Name Population Title
Provo 116,295 The second most populous city in Utah.
Lehi 73,383 The most populous city in Utah County, Utah.
Eagle Mountain 42,013 A city in Utah County, Utah.
Spanish Fork 41,268 A city in Utah County, Utah.
Pleasant Grove 38,241 City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Saratoga Springs 35,501 City in Utah County, Utah, United States
American Fork 33,896 City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Springville 33,572 City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Payson 21,033 City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Highland 17,989 City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Santaquin 13,507 City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Vineyard 12,570 City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Lindon 11,462 City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Mapleton 11,139 City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Alpine 10,495 City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Cedar Hills 9,985 City in Utah County, Utah, United States

Distance to Other Cities

Orem distances to largest Utah cities