Peoria is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tacoma to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,185
$1,944
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,814
$1,883
💵 Families earn per year
$103,336
$92,626
🔑 Buying a house
$463,600
$479,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,160
$4,482
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$148
👥 People living there
196,906
222,758
Commute to work
28.2 min
28.8 min
College degree
36.3%
34.5%
Own their home
76%
55.8%
Below poverty line
8.4%
12.4%
Unemployment
4%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Peoria for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Tacoma for lower rent.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peoria or Tacoma cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $1,944 in Tacoma.
What salary do I need in Tacoma to match $60,000 in Peoria?
About $66,231 a year gives the same standard of living in Tacoma.
Where do people earn more, Peoria or Tacoma?
The typical household earns $103,336 in Peoria and $92,626 in Tacoma, 12% more in Peoria.