salaryPeoria is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,185
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,814
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$103,336
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$463,600
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,160
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$96
👥 People living there
196,906
681,294
Commute to work
28.2 min
30 min
College degree
36.3%
64.2%
Own their home
76%
41.5%
Below poverty line
8.4%
15.4%
Unemployment
4%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Peoria for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peoria or Washington cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Peoria?
About $64,891 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Peoria or Washington?
The typical household earns $103,336 in Peoria and $118,495 in Washington, 13% more in Washington.