salaryPeoria is 11% 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
$3,405
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$204
👥 People living there
311,690
196,906
Commute to work
24.7 min
28.2 min
College degree
70.6%
36.3%
Own their home
44.5%
76%
Below poverty line
10.8%
8.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Peoria for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Peoria to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $53,190 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Peoria?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $103,336 in Peoria, 43% more in Irvine.