salaryPeoria is 8% 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
$2,666
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$204
👥 People living there
236,254
196,906
Commute to work
26.2 min
28.2 min
College degree
77.1%
36.3%
Own their home
41.3%
76%
Below poverty line
7.4%
8.4%
Unemployment
3.3%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Peoria for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Peoria to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $55,478 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Peoria?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $103,336 in Peoria, 48% more in Arlington.