salaryAmarillo is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Peoria to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$204
👥 People living there
201,885
196,906
Commute to work
19.6 min
28.2 min
College degree
26.6%
36.3%
Own their home
59.7%
76%
Below poverty line
15.8%
8.4%
Unemployment
3.4%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Peoria for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $2,185 in Peoria.
What salary do I need in Peoria to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $65,788 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Peoria?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $103,336 in Peoria, 31% more in Peoria.