salaryLouisville is 8% 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
$1,278
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,200
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$72,097
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$233,900
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,989
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$167
$204
👥 People living there
631,818
196,906
Commute to work
22.5 min
28.2 min
College degree
33.8%
36.3%
Own their home
60.7%
76%
Below poverty line
15.8%
8.4%
Unemployment
5.5%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Peoria for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Louisville or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Louisville is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,278 a month there versus $2,185 in Peoria.
What salary do I need in Peoria to match $60,000 in Louisville?
About $64,901 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Louisville or Peoria?
The typical household earns $72,097 in Louisville and $103,336 in Peoria, 30% more in Peoria.