Peoria

Peoria, Illinois Overview

Peoria faces challenges across several categories, earning a D grade (41.4/100) and ranking #18 of 20 cities in Illinois. Even so, the city scores 78/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 6/100.

Income & Employment in Peoria

Peoria’s median income of $52,796 is 33% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.5% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 5.6%.

Safety in Peoria

With a violent crime rate of 1201.4 per 100,000, Peoria exceeds the Illinois average of 393. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3914.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Peoria

With a cost of living index of 88.6, Peoria is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $149,500. Median monthly rent is $951. Renters spend 21.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Peoria

The adult obesity rate in Peoria is 36.2%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.5%. Residents report an average of 17.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Illinois ranks #21 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Peoria

The student-teacher ratio is 15.2:1. Local districts invest $17,734 per student, well above the national median. The city has 34 public schools serving 15,403 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Peoria

The annual average temperature in Peoria is 54.7°F. Summers average 74.5°F. Winters average 35.4°F. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. The average commute of 15.9 minutes is notably short.

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