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
$1,760
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$76,054
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$320,700
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,075
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$160
$204
👥 People living there
1,307,930
196,906
Commute to work
25.7 min
28.2 min
College degree
38.2%
36.3%
Own their home
42.4%
76%
Below poverty line
16.7%
8.4%
Unemployment
4.9%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Peoria for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dallas or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Dallas 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 Dallas?
About $58,596 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Dallas or Peoria?
The typical household earns $76,054 in Dallas and $103,336 in Peoria, 26% more in Peoria.