Norfolk 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
$1,628
$2,185
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,322
$1,814
💵 Families earn per year
$71,299
$103,336
🔑 Buying a house
$289,900
$463,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,890
$2,160
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$204
👥 People living there
233,596
196,906
Commute to work
23 min
28.2 min
College degree
33.5%
36.3%
Own their home
46.3%
76%
Below poverty line
16.5%
8.4%
Unemployment
5.7%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Norfolk 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 Norfolk or Peoria cheaper to live in?
Norfolk is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,628 a month there versus $2,185 in Peoria.
What salary do I need in Peoria to match $60,000 in Norfolk?
About $61,676 a year gives the same standard of living in Peoria.
Where do people earn more, Norfolk or Peoria?
The typical household earns $71,299 in Norfolk and $103,336 in Peoria, 31% more in Peoria.