salaryPeoria is 3% 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
$2,270
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,096
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$132,171
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$575,100
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,417
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$204
👥 People living there
280,262
196,906
Commute to work
25.9 min
28.2 min
College degree
48.2%
36.3%
Own their home
73.1%
76%
Below poverty line
5.3%
8.4%
Unemployment
3.5%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Gilbert 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 Gilbert or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $2,270 in Gilbert.
What salary do I need in Peoria to match $60,000 in Gilbert?
About $58,467 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Gilbert or Peoria?
The typical household earns $132,171 in Gilbert and $103,336 in Peoria, 28% more in Gilbert.