Peoria is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Francisco to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,185
$3,201
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,814
$3,312
💵 Families earn per year
$103,336
$152,036
🔑 Buying a house
$463,600
$1,394,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,160
$9,862
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$104
👥 People living there
196,906
830,235
Commute to work
28.2 min
30.4 min
College degree
36.3%
60.3%
Own their home
76%
38.2%
Below poverty line
8.4%
11.2%
Unemployment
4%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Peoria for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick San Francisco for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peoria or San Francisco cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $3,201 in San Francisco.
What salary do I need in San Francisco to match $60,000 in Peoria?
About $68,901 a year gives the same standard of living in San Francisco.
Where do people earn more, Peoria or San Francisco?
The typical household earns $103,336 in Peoria and $152,036 in San Francisco, 32% more in San Francisco.