City profile

Peoria, IL

Peoria County · Population 112,169

Climate C-Cost A+Safety CHealthcare BCulture C+Outdoors C+Hazard risk B-Taxes C+

Peoria is a city in Peoria County, IL with about 112,169 residents and a typical home value near $156,000. It is 66 miles from Springfield, IL, which shapes its climate, healthcare access and amenities.

Climate

Climate type

Four seasons

Winter avg

25°F

Summer avg

76°F

Sunny days / yr

190

Home prices & cost of living

Median home price

$156,200

Typical monthly housing

$1,118

Cost of living (100 = U.S.)

84

Taxes

Property tax
2.07%
State income tax (top)
4.95%
Social Security
Not taxed
Pensions
Not taxed
Sales tax (state + avg. local)
8.86%

FEMA natural hazard risk

Relatively Moderate · county score 91/100

Top hazards: Cold wave, Tornado, Strong wind

Nearest major airport

120 mi to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

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Political lean (2024 county vote)

Competitive / purple · 52% Democratic / 47% Republican

Community

Population

112,169

Black population

25.8%

County

Peoria County

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2025–2026 trends

2026 market trends

  • ▸More retirees are leaving IL than arriving, mostly over cost
  • ▸Home prices are still rising in 2026 — good for long-term value, less room to negotiate
  • ▸Climate/cost risks to check: severe storms

Highlights

  • About 112,169 residents
  • Typical home value about $156,000
  • 66 miles from Springfield, IL

Trade-offs

  • Scores for this place are estimated from Census data and the nearest major city

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