salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Philadelphia to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,185
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,814
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$103,336
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$463,600
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,160
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$112
👥 People living there
196,906
1,579,706
Commute to work
28.2 min
31.7 min
College degree
36.3%
35.4%
Own their home
76%
51.8%
Below poverty line
8.4%
21.4%
Unemployment
4%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Peoria for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peoria or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Peoria and Philadelphia cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Peoria?
About $61,119 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Peoria or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $103,336 in Peoria and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 55% more in Peoria.