salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,648
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$204
👥 People living there
397,742
196,906
Commute to work
26.6 min
28.2 min
College degree
32.6%
36.3%
Own their home
54.3%
76%
Below poverty line
12.9%
8.4%
Unemployment
5.7%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Peoria for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Peoria cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Peoria to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $58,596 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Peoria?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $103,336 in Peoria, 22% more in Peoria.