The city near Provo, Utah is Orem. Orem is a city in Utah County, Utah, United States. It is located just south of Provo on the Wasatch Front. Orem is known as 'Family City USA' and is home to Utah Valley University. It has a population of around 97, 000 people and is the fifth-largest city in the state. Orem is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, with several parks and trails in the area.