salaryPeoria is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Seattle to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,185
$2,273
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,814
$2,549
💵 Families earn per year
$103,336
$133,583
🔑 Buying a house
$463,600
$938,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,160
$7,337
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$109
👥 People living there
196,906
754,195
Commute to work
28.2 min
26 min
College degree
36.3%
68.4%
Own their home
76%
43.7%
Below poverty line
8.4%
9.9%
Unemployment
4%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Peoria for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Seattle for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peoria or Seattle cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $2,273 in Seattle.
What salary do I need in Seattle to match $60,000 in Peoria?
About $66,231 a year gives the same standard of living in Seattle.
Where do people earn more, Peoria or Seattle?
The typical household earns $103,336 in Peoria and $133,583 in Seattle, 23% more in Seattle.