salaryPeoria is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Jose to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,185
$3,046
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,814
$2,897
💵 Families earn per year
$103,336
$157,922
🔑 Buying a house
$463,600
$1,233,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
110.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,160
$9,393
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$168
👥 People living there
196,906
990,138
Commute to work
28.2 min
27.3 min
College degree
36.3%
47.3%
Own their home
76%
55.8%
Below poverty line
8.4%
8.1%
Unemployment
4%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Peoria for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick San Jose for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peoria or San Jose cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $3,046 in San Jose.
What salary do I need in San Jose to match $60,000 in Peoria?
About $65,808 a year gives the same standard of living in San Jose.
Where do people earn more, Peoria or San Jose?
The typical household earns $103,336 in Peoria and $157,922 in San Jose, 35% more in San Jose.