Peoria 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
$2,498
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,339
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$88,371
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$921,200
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,050
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$204
👥 People living there
3,857,263
196,906
Commute to work
30.7 min
28.2 min
College degree
38.5%
36.3%
Own their home
36%
76%
Below poverty line
16.5%
8.4%
Unemployment
8.2%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Los Angeles for a more educated workforce.
- Pick Peoria for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Los Angeles or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $2,498 in Los Angeles.
What salary do I need in Peoria to match $60,000 in Los Angeles?
About $53,190 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Los Angeles or Peoria?
The typical household earns $88,371 in Los Angeles and $103,336 in Peoria, 14% more in Peoria.