salaryPeoria is 4% 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
$1,619
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$204
👥 People living there
573,243
196,906
Commute to work
29.1 min
28.2 min
College degree
36.1%
36.3%
Own their home
47.5%
76%
Below poverty line
19.7%
8.4%
Unemployment
6.5%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Peoria for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Peoria to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $57,812 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Peoria?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $103,336 in Peoria, 35% more in Peoria.