salaryAugusta 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
$1,458
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$204
👥 People living there
201,528
196,906
Commute to work
21.1 min
28.2 min
College degree
24.7%
36.3%
Own their home
50.8%
76%
Below poverty line
20.1%
8.4%
Unemployment
8.6%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta 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 Augusta or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $2,185 in Peoria.
What salary do I need in Peoria to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $65,728 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Peoria?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $103,336 in Peoria, 42% more in Peoria.