East Peoria, IL

Illinois · Tazewell County · Peoria Metro

East Peoria is a small city in Illinois with a population of 22,485. Residents earn $71,763 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0

B Good

22,485 Population 1,087/sq mi density

$71,763 Median Income $39,435 per capita

$160,800 Home Value $172,335 Zillow

$894 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent

53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

312 Violent Crime/100K 1,822 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.4 / 5.0

$71,763 median income, 2.2% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$160,800 home value, $894/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

312 violent crimes/100K (18% below avg)

Education

3.1 / 5.0

26.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $71,763

5% lower than US avg

Home Value $160,800

43% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 312/100K

18% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.8%

20% lower than US avg

Median Rent $894

23% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.6%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.2%

39% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.7%

54% lower than US avg

How East Peoria Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population22,485

Median Age42.4 yrs

Density1,087/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans6.8%

Economy

Median Income$71,763

Per Capita$39,435

Unemployment2.2%

Poverty5.7%

County GDP$7,835M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$160,800

Rent$894

Ownership75.5%

Zillow$172,335

Housing Units10,739

Rent Burden31.3%

Crime

Violent312/100K

Property1,822/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault249/100K

Burglary192/100K

Health

Obesity36.6%

Uninsured7.4%

Smoking14.3%

Depression24.6%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain37.6 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation499 ft (152 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.8%

High School+94.2%

Graduate+9.1%

School Score5.86

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%

Commute20 min

Broadband88.9%

EV Stations13

Libraries12

Is East Peoria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Peoria receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. East Peoria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Peoria is $71,763, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Peoria is $160,800, 43% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $894 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in East Peoria is below the national average at 312 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,822 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East Peoria experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

East Peoria has a population of 22,485 with a density of 1,087 people per square mile, spread across 22.1 square miles. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.9% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.7% of residents. 6.8% of the population are veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 96.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

22,485

Total Population

1,087

People / sq mi

42.4yrs

Median Age

9% above US avg

22.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%

Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

East Peoria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.7%

23% above US avg

Spanish 3.3%

75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Peoria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Peoria is $71,763, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,435. The average weekly wage is $1,079, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,560 business establishments, including 304 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: East Peoria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$71,763
	5% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$39,435
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,079
IRS Avg AGI	$79,430
Gini Index	0.417 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.2%
	39% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.7%
	54% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,560
County GDP	$7,835M

Business (County)

Restaurants	304
Healthcare	285
Retail	380
Manufacturing	118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,627
	89% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.1 min
Drive Alone	82.6%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in East Peoria is $160,800, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,335. Homes sell for 95.6% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $894 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 75.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 10,739 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1968. The average annual property tax is $6,627 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$160,800
	43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$172,335
Median List Price	$155,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$155,000
$/Sq Ft	$111
Homes Sold	15
Sale-to-List Ratio	95.6%
Price Drops	32.1%
Inventory	28

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$894
	23% below US avg
Rent Burden	31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$774
1 Bedroom	$854
2 Bedrooms	$1,063
3 Bedrooms	$1,370
4 Bedrooms	$1,561

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	75.5%
Owner-Occupied	75.5%
Renter-Occupied	24.5%
Housing Units	10,739
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,627
	89% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.12%

In East Peoria, 36.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 30.6% have high blood pressure. 14.3% are current smokers. 20.0% report binge drinking. 21.6% are physically inactive. 24.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.2% experience frequent mental distress. 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,329. The dentist ratio is 1:1,709. 83.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5

4.0

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

4.1

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

4.2

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

81.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

1.2

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

147.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: East Peoria vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.6%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	9.4%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	30.6%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.3%
	2% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.0%
Physical Inactivity	21.6%
Depression	24.6%
Mental Distress	18.2%
Physical Distress	12.3%
Short Sleep	37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.5%
Uninsured	7.4%
	14% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,329
Dentists	1:1,709
Mental Health	1:430
Checkup Rate	76.0%
Dental Visits	64.1%
Premature Death	7,936/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	83.2%
Healthcare Facilities	285

East Peoria has a violent crime rate of 312 per 100,000 residents, 18% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 249.4 per 100,000, robbery at 17.8, rape at 44.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,822 per 100,000, 7% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,590, burglary at 192, vehicle theft at 40 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, East Peoria receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: East Peoria vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	311.8/100K
	18% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	44.5/100K
Robbery	17.8/100K
Assault	249.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,821.5/100K
	7% below US avg
Burglary	191.5/100K
Theft	1,589.9/100K
Vehicle Theft	40.1/100K
Arson	8.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
Traffic Accidents	791
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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East Peoria experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. The area receives 26.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	52.7°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-4°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	499 ft (152 m)
Area	22.1 sq mi (57.3 km²)
Population Density	1,087/sq mi
Coordinates	40.6734°N, 89.5418°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Tazewell County County
Nearest Airport	General Downing - Peoria International (PIA) 8 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.6"

1% below US avg

Snowfall 26.2"

Wettest Month (May) 4.06"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	84.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	23.2 / 100
Community Resilience	94.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jun 28, 2004	12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois	M4.2	103 km
Sep 2, 1999	8 km W of Amboy, Illinois	M3.5	117 km
Jul 15, 2024	2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois	M3.1	129 km
Mar 15, 2025	6 km W of Dwight, Illinois	M2.6	99 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

711 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 27 fatalities, 694 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Nov 17, 2013	EF4	6 km	3
Jul 13, 2004	EF4	23 km	0
May 13, 1995	EF4	72 km	0
May 5, 1977	EF4	53 km	0
Jun 29, 1976	EF4	23 km	0
Apr 4, 2023	EF3	76 km	0
Feb 28, 2017	EF3	88 km	2
Feb 28, 2017	EF3	31 km	0
Dec 31, 2010	EF3	81 km	0
Jun 5, 2010	EF3	83 km	0
Aug 19, 2009	EF3	80 km	0
Apr 20, 2004	EF3	68 km	8
May 10, 2003	EF3	26 km	0
Apr 19, 1996	EF3	100 km	0
Apr 19, 1996	EF3	43 km	0
May 13, 1995	EF3	43 km	0
May 9, 1995	EF3	90 km	0
May 9, 1995	EF3	73 km	0
Jul 26, 1978	EF3	99 km	0
Mar 4, 1976	EF3	59 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-4°C)	1.5 in	Coldest
February	28°F (-2°C)	1.5 in	Driest
March	39°F (4°C)	2.9 in
April	51°F (11°C)	3.7 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	71°F (22°C)	4.0 in
July	76°F (25°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	73°F (23°C)	3.4 in
September	66°F (19°C)	3.7 in
October	54°F (12°C)	2.8 in
November	41°F (5°C)	2.8 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	2.4 in

East Peoria has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 26°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.5").

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East Peoria is located in Tazewell County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 26.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 20% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.5% of the vote, a 26.7-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 13 EV charging stations. There are 12 public libraries serving the community. 285 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%

D 35.8%

Winner: Republican by 26.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
Traffic Accidents	791
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.8%
	20% below US avg
High School+	94.2%
Graduate Degree+	9.1%
School Test Score	5.86

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,087/sq mi
Total Area	22.1 sq mi
County	Tazewell County County

Services

Broadband Access	88.9%
Avg Download Speed	110.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	18.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	13
Alt Fuel Stations	16
Public Libraries	12
Healthcare Facilities	285
Restaurants	304
Retail Stores	380

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.1 min
Drive Alone	82.6%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	7.9%

Average costs for common services in East Peoria. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit	$350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit	$200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning	$130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling	$250 ($150–$400)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement	$300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation	$40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement	$200 ($100–$350)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair	$400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install	$7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair	$1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement	$9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense	$5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation	$500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation	$2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut	$55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$150 ($75–$250)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure	$40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour)	$80 ($50–$130)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread	$3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb)	$1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$85 ($50–$150)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$75)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming	$60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$200 ($100–$400)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,214
Toddler	$931
Preschool	$787
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$783
Toddler	$770
Preschool	$758

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Tazewell County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	6,691	347	$37,877	1.43
Manufacturing	6,282	121	$77,331	1.63
Accommodation & Food Services	5,473	274	$23,539	1.28
Health Care & Social Assistance	4,339	229	$43,725	0.65
Construction	3,101	282	$75,240	1.26
Transportation & Warehousing	2,830	104	$81,959	1.43
Wholesale Trade	2,207	98	$73,534	1.19
Professional & Technical Services	1,814	206	$69,230	0.56
Finance & Insurance	1,591	138	$76,903	0.84
Other Services	1,534	265	$47,597	1.09
Arts & Entertainment	978	49	$26,055	1.24
Information & Technology	356	30	$52,617	0.41
Real Estate	331	80	$55,237	0.45
Educational Services	243	22	$29,743	0.25
Utilities	165	8	$141,856	0.93
Unclassified	8	4	$55,038	0.12

Colleges & Universities in East Peoria

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Illinois Central College	Public · Associate	9,920	—	$9,348	$11,654
Oehrlein School of Cosmetology	Private For-Profit · Certificate	65	—	—	—

Schools in East Peoria

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
East Peoria High School	High	947	60	15.8:1
Central Jr High School	Middle	462	41	11.3:1
Riverview Elem School	Elementary	237	21	11.3:1
Don D Shute Elem School	Elementary	192	14	13.7:1
Armstrong-Oakview Elem School	Elementary	187	12	15.6:1
Woodrow Wilson Elem School	Elementary	180	11	16.4:1
Robein Elem School	Elementary	159	15	10.6:1
Glendale Elem School	Elementary	153	18	8.5:1
Lincoln Elem School	Elementary	140	11	12.7:1
P L Bolin Elem School	Elementary	135	9	15.0:1

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Radio Stations near East Peoria

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
95.5 GLO	classic rock	AAC+ 48 kbps
Jukebox 92.7 WEPQ-LP Internet Radio	70 80 hits, oldies 50's/60's	MP3 192 kbps
WBNH 88.5 FM Good News Radio	bible teaching, christian	MP3 128 kbps
105.7 The X Rocks	rock	AAC+ 48 kbps

National Parks Near East Peoria

11 national parks and monuments found near East Peoria.

Park	Type	Fee
Bishop Hill Park	State Park	Free
Buffalo Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Edward R. Madigan State Park	State Park	Free
Fox River	State Park	Free
Illini State Park	State Park	Free
Jubliee College State Park	State Park	Free
Lincoln Home National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Lincolns New Salem State Park	State Park	Free
Matthiessen State Park	State Park	Free
Spitler Woods	State Park	Free
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument	National Monument	Free

Historical Trends — East Peoria

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	23,513	$52,351
2015	23,054	$50,877
2017	22,816	$51,138
2019	22,558	$58,984
2021	22,276	$68,246
2023	22,040	$71,763

Museums in East Peoria

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
HARTMANN CENTER GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3096772989	$233,822,797
HEUSER ART CENTER GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3096772989	$233,822,797
STUDENT PROJECT SPACE	GENERAL MUSEUM		3096772989	$233,822,797
WILDLIFE PRAIRIE PARK	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		3096886631	$2,047,430
PEORIA ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	2320 N PROSPECT RD	3096863365	$1,506,976
PEORIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	942 NE GLEN OAK AVE	3096741921	$149,274
GREATER PEORIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM			$28,484
FORT CREVECOEUR	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3096943193	$24,110
AFRICAN-AMERICAN HALL OF FAME MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3094972200
AMERICAN HERITAGE COLLECTORS CLUB	HISTORY MUSEUM
CATEPILLAR VISTORS CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	110 ST WASHINGTON STREET
CHILLICOTHE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	45 WEST 5TH STREET	7407721936
DOME PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	222 SW WASHINGTON ST
FOREST PARK NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	5809 FOREST PARK DRIVE	3096863360
ILLINOIS SPORTS HALL OF FAME & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2172228641
LAKEVIEW MUSEUM OF ARTS & SCIENCES	ART MUSEUM		3096867000
LUTHY BOTANICAL GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	2520 N PROSPECT ROAD
MACKINAW AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
MANITO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MENTAL HEALTH HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF CENTRAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
METAMORA ASSOCIATION FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
METAMORA COURTHOUSE STATE HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	113 E PARTRIDGE ST	3093674470
MINIER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLDE TOWNE HISTORIC DISTRICT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PEORIA COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3096811085
PEORIA PLAYHOUSE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	1125 WEST LAKE AVENUE	3096859312
PEORIA REGIONAL MUSEUM SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM
PEORIA RIVERFRONT MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	222 SW WASHINGTON STREET
RIVER VALLEY ANTIQUE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
TAZEWELL COUNTY GENEALOGICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	719 N 11TH ST	3094773044
TAZEWELL COUNTY HISTORIC PLACES SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3094773044
TAZEWELL COUNTY OLDE THRESHERS ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
TREMONT MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	105 ZINSER PL	3094444793

Libraries in East Peoria

Name	Address	Annual Visits
PEORIA PUBLIC LIBRARY	107 NORTHEAST MONROE STREET	796,253
CHILLICOTHE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	430 NORTH BRADLEY AVENUE	174,793
PEKIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 SOUTH FOURTH STREET	170,779
WASHINGTON DISTRICT LIBRARY	380 NORTH WILMOR ROAD	160,320
ALPHA PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	3527 SOUTH AIRPORT ROAD	143,364
MORTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	315 WEST PERSHING STREET	140,433
FONDULAC PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	140 EAST WASHINGTON STREET	106,806
PEORIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY	816 EAST GLEN AVENUE	78,200
DUNLAP PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	302 SOUTH FIRST STREET	56,888
CREVE COEUR PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	311 NORTH HIGHLAND STREET	39,720
TREMONT DISTRICT LIBRARY	215 SOUTH SAMPSON STREET	30,477
MACKINAW DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY	117 SOUTH MAIN STREET	22,915
H.A. PEINE DISTRICT LIBRARY	202 NORTH MAIN STREET	13,045
ILLINOIS PRAIRIE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY	208 EAST PARTRIDGE STREET	6,240
DEER CREEK DISTRICT LIBRARY	205 EAST FIRST AVENUE	6,086
MARQUETTE HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY	715 LINCOLN ROAD	5,290

Farmers Markets in East Peoria

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Heritage Farmers Market	20235 State Rt. 9
Metamora Farmers Market	On the Square in Metamora
Morton Farmers Market	210 S Main street	June to September	Sat:7:00 AM - 11:00 AM;
Pekin Downtown Farmers Market	17 S. Capitol St.				Visit
Peoria Farmers Market at the Metro Centre	4700 N. University- Metro Mall	05/01/2013 to 10/31/2013	Mon: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Tue: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-2:0		Visit
Peoria Riverfront Market	200 Block of Water Street	05/21/2016 to 09/24/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Washington Square Farmer's Market	Washington Square

Hotels in East Peoria

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Plus

Embassy Suites

Fairfield Inn & Suites

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Par-A-Dice Casino Hotel

Par-A-Dice Inn

Residence Inn

Stoney Creek Hotel Peoria

Restaurants in East Peoria

13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avanti's

Bob Evans

Buffalo Wild Wings

Chili's

El Mexicano Restaurant

Fillin' Station

Jade Garden Chinese Restaurant

Jonah's Seafood House

Ming's

Palanza's Family Dining

Smokin Notes BBQ

Texas Roadhouse

William B’s Steakhouse

Cafes in East Peoria

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Mirador En El Rio

The 520 Cafe

Theatres in East Peoria

3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eastlight Theatre

ICC - Performing Arts Center

The Landing

Monuments in East Peoria

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Detweiller Historical Monument

Military Monument

Zoos in East Peoria

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fon du Lac Farm Park & Petting Zoo

Clinics in East Peoria

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heartland Community Clinic

Gas Stations in East Peoria

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Gas Station/Red Carpet Carwash/Convenience Store

Circle K

Fast Stop

Huck's

Thortons

Banks in East Peoria

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heritage Bank

Gyms in East Peoria

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RiverPlex

Golf Courses in East Peoria

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fon Du Lac Golf Course

Quail Meadows Golf Course

Breweries in East Peoria

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Germantown Grille	Restaurants, Brewery, Bar & Grills	513 Jubilee Ln	3093833030	Visit
Heart of Illinois Hydro & Homebrew Supply	Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Malt & Hops	7800 N Sommer St
Jfcw Local 4d	Brewers, Wineries	300 Mclean St	3093471444
John S Rhodell Brewery	Brewers, Business Consultants	619 S W Water Saint B2	3096747267
John S. Rhodell Brewing	Bars & Clubs, Breweries, Nightlife, Food & Drink	100 Walnut St	3096747267
Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery	Bars & Clubs, Food & Entertainment, Pub, Brewery, and Bar	619 S W Water St	3096736000	Visit
Leisy Brewing Co Inc	Brewers	7212 N Villa Lake Dr	3096828099
Peoria Brewing Company	Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Brewery	8012 N Hale Ave	3098390945

Nursing Homes in East Peoria

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
ROSEWOOD CARE CENTER OF EAST PEORIA 900 CENTENNIAL DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	86	66	4/5	—	4/5	2/5	3096995400
HEARTLAND OF RIVERVIEW 500 CENTENNIAL DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	71	68	3/5	—	2/5	4/5	3096949865
FONDULAC REHABILITATION & HCC 901 ILLINI DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	98	62	2/5	—	3/5	2/5	3096946446

Pharmacies in East Peoria

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 7800	2540 EAST WASHINGTON STREET	309-698-3128
KROGER	201 SOUTH MAIN STREET	309-694-6451
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1028	401 RIVER ROAD	309-694-0261
WALGREENS - 5088	300 NORTH MAIN STREET	309-694-7661

EV Charging Stations in East Peoria

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
Fondulac District Library	400 Richland St	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public
Holiday Inn & Suites East Peoria - Tesla Destination	101 Holiday St	Tesla Destination	4	J1772 TESLA	public
Johnny's Italian Steakhouse - Tesla Destination	101 Holiday St	Tesla Destination	2	J1772 TESLA	public
LOT C COUGARPLEX	1 College Dr	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
LOT C LOT C	One College Drive	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
The Levee District	370 W Washington St	Non-Networked	4	J1772	public

Cell Towers in East Peoria

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(Metamora) RR 1	GTOWER	127
ORCHARD MINES CELL SITE: 7907 HURST DRIVE B	TOWER	120
(Green Valley) 9273 Goetze Road	LTOWER	70
10403 WEST LANCASTER RD. (LAKE CAMELOT)	TOWER	61
(Higgins) 2417 W PARK 74 DR	TOWER	43

Fire Stations in East Peoria

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Caterpillar, Inc. East Peoria Fire Department	901 W Washington ST	Career			309-675-2545
East Peoria Fire Department	201 W Washington ST	Mostly career			309-698-4741

Power Plants Near East Peoria

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
TAZEWELL GAS RECOVERY	LANDFILL GAS	221117	-89.5	OP

Bridges in East Peoria

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Truss (Thru)	Steel continuous	1958	3,216	57,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2005	192	57,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2005	194	40,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2006	192	28,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1959	312	28,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1959	312	28,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2005	210	21,050	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2006	210	21,050	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1959	853	20,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1959	803	20,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	194	20,400	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1964	23	20,400	P
Culvert	Concrete	1999	24	19,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	110	19,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	110	19,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	247	19,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	247	19,200	P
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2003	27	13,600	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2020	23	9,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2005	160	8,810	F
Slab	Concrete	2010	70	8,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1979	353	7,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1992	198	6,950	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1935	740	6,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1998	76	5,950	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	63	5,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1979	252	5,550	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2006	690	5,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	92	5,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	252	5,050	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1992	49	5,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2005	639	4,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2005	192	4,700	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	149	4,650	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2021	214	4,500	G
Culvert	Concrete	1999	28	3,800	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1985	44	3,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2005	296	3,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1964	202	3,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2012	113	2,650	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2004	1,455	2,600	F
Frame	Concrete	2005	249	2,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1967	30	1,450	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete continuous	2014	102	1,450	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2005	62	775	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1980	48	775	F
Truss (Deck)	Steel continuous	1958	442	700	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	46	550	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1980	390	450	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1980	329	450	P

Amtrak Stations in East Peoria

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Peoria, IL	407 Southwest Adams Street	BUS
Peoria, IL	1501 West Bradley Avenue	BUS

Superfund Sites Near East Peoria

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND CO.	2200 SOUTH DARST STREET	PEORIA
BIOURJA RENEWABLES, LLC	1 EDMUND STREET	PEORIA
ILLINOIS CORN PROCESSING	1301 SOUTH FRON TSTREET	TAZEWELL
KEYSTONE STEEL & WIRE CO	7000 SOUTH ADAMS STREET	PEORIA

Airports Near East Peoria

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal	BMI	Medium Airport
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport	PIA	Medium Airport
Alekat Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Baker Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnstorm Field	—	Small Airport
Bock Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Cloverleaf Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Colonel Smith Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Corn Alley 2 Airport	—	Small Airport
Corn Alley Airport	—	Small Airport
Cottonwood Airport	—	Small Airport
Curless Airport	—	Small Airport
Edgar Read Airport	—	Small Airport
Edwin G. Bennett Airport	—	Small Airport
Flaherty Field	—	Small Airport
Foley Airport	—	Small Airport
Foote Airport	—	Small Airport
Frings Airport	—	Small Airport
G. Bray Airport	—	Small Airport
Gordon Brown Airport	—	Small Airport
Hammer Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Hattan Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Havana Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Hayenga's Cant Find Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Hoblit Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Hoerr Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Holland Field	—	Small Airport
Hooterville Airport	—	Small Airport
Illinois Valley Parachute Club Airport	—	Small Airport
Illinois Valley Regional Airport Walter A Duncan Field	VYS	Small Airport
Ingersoll Airport	—	Small Airport
Jackson Field	—	Small Airport
Jay Schertz Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
John D Rennick Airport	—	Small Airport
John Scharff Airport	—	Small Airport
John W Meils Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Johnston Airport	—	Small Airport
Judd Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Kewanee Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Kieser Field	—	Small Airport
Kingfield Airport	—	Small Airport
Kuntz Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Leigh Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Logan County Airport	—	Small Airport
Manito Mitchell Airport	—	Small Airport
Marshall County Airport	—	Small Airport
Martin Airport	—	Small Airport
Martin RLA Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Michael Pfister Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in East Peoria

10 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Bartonville Police Department	5918 South Adams Street
Bradley University Police	1200 West Main Street
Chillicothe Police Department
Illinois State Police Troop 4 - Metamora Post	1265 Lourdes Road
Metamora Police Department
Pekin Park Police
Pekin Police Department	111 South Capitol Street
Peoria Police Department	600 Southwest Adams Street
Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office	101 South Capitol Street
Washington Police Department	9-1-1 Drive

Grocery Stores in East Peoria

14 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
CASEY'S 4630	Convenience Store	113 Eastgate Dr
CASEY'S GENERAL STORE 3547	Convenience Store	101 Farmdale Rd
Dixons Fish Dock	Specialty Store	1807 N Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 1231	Other	2490 E Washington St
Dollar General 17714	Other	1520 Meadow Ave
Dollar General 22030	Other	2801 Springfield Rd
DOLLARTREE	Other	2540 E. Washington St.
Express Mart	Convenience Store	2519 N Main St
Fast Stop	Convenience Store	721 E Camp St
J & L 66	Convenience Store	3701 E Washington St
Main St Mart Inc	Convenience Store	1100 N Main St
Maklani Food Market Inc	Convenience Store	1500 NE Jefferson Ave
Stop N Save	Grocery Store	800 NE Jefferson Ave
Thorntons 352	Convenience Store	2255 E Washington St

Treatment Centers in East Peoria

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
IL Institute for Addiction Recovery - UnityPoint Health Methodist/Proctor	Substance Abuse	309-691-1055
New Leaf	Substance Abuse	309-689-3078
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center - Behavioral Health Services/Outpatient	Mental Health	309-624-9522
Richardson Counseling Center LLC	Substance Abuse	309-346-0898
Rose Medical Association Inc/Peoria	Substance Abuse	309-686-1600
Trillium Place - Community Crisis Center	Substance Abuse	309-639-3080

DOL Wage Violations in East Peoria

11 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $209,190 in back wages owed to 168 employees.

Violations

$209,190

Back Wages Owed

168

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Fiesta Ranchera	—	—	61611	—	1	$83,173	$8,317	10
Burger Barge	—	—	61611	—	1	$68,882	$801	86
Tequila's Mexican Bar & Grill	—	—	61611	—	1	$27,155	$1,358	20
Lorena's Mexican Bar & Grill	—	—	61611	—	1	$22,366	$1,177	19
Firehouse Pizza & Pub	—	—	61611	—	1	$2,062	$295	7
East Peoria Psychological Associates	—	—	61611	—	1	$1,812	$302	6
Pleasant Hill Antique Mall	—	—	61611	—	1	$1,219	$244	5
Grand Village Buffet	—	—	61611	—	1	$1,062	$1,062	1
The 5th Quarter Sports Bar & Pizzeria	—	—	61611	—	1	$738	$148	5
Hampton Inn	—	Hilton Worldwide	61611	—	1	$586	$117	5
Kids Care America	—	—	61611	—	1	$136	$34	4

Churches & Religious Organizations in East Peoria

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AGAPE FULL GOSPEL MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL	108 VONACHEN CT
BETHANY MISSIONARY CHURCH	2525 E WASHINGTON ST
BIBLE MISSIONARY CHURCH	400 W MULLER RD
DAYSPRING NATIVE AMERICAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	PO BOX 2582
EAST PEORIA CHURCH OF CHRIST	520 ARNOLD RD
EAST PEORIA FREE METHODIST CHURCH	800 SPRINGFIELD RD
EASTLIGHT THEATRE INC	201 VETERANS DRIVE
FELLHEIMER TRUST OF WESLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF MACOMB ILLINOI	201 CLOCK TOWER DRIVE
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	600 E WASHINGTON ST
GLAD TIDINGS ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH	2201 E WASHINGTON ST
GRACE WITHOUT BORDERS NFP	105 LINCOLN PKWY
GREATER PEORIA HOUSE OF PRAYER	117 E WASHINGTON ST
IMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF PEORIA	526 E WASHINGTON ST
PAZ INTERNATIONAL	PO BOX 2837
ROCK CHURCH INC	1081 UPPER SPRING BAY RD
SAINT PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH	200 COLE ST
SUMMIT PLANTING INITIATIVE	401 CIMMERON DR
SUMMIT POINT CHURCH	401 CIMMERON DR
WPEO RADIO FOUNDATION INC	1708 HIGHVIEW RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About East Peoria

What is the population of East Peoria?

East Peoria has a population of 22,485 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,087 people per square mile, spread across 22.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.9% female and 52.1% male.

Is East Peoria expensive to live in?

East Peoria has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $71,763, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,800 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $894 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is East Peoria safe?

East Peoria is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 312 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,822 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, East Peoria receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in East Peoria?

East Peoria has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches, with 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in East Peoria?

The job market in East Peoria is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,079. There are 2,560 business establishments in the area, including 304 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 7.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in East Peoria?

The median home value in East Peoria is $160,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,335. For renters, the median monthly rent is $894. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 75.5%. The average annual property tax is $6,627.

How are the schools in East Peoria?

Schools in East Peoria score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 26.8% of adults in East Peoria hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is East Peoria?

The obesity rate in East Peoria is 36.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.3% of adults are smokers. 21.6% are physically inactive. 24.6% of residents report depression. 7.4% lack health insurance. 83.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,329.

What is transportation like in East Peoria?

The average commute in East Peoria is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of East Peoria?

The racial and ethnic makeup of East Peoria is 93.4% White, 1.5% Black or African American. 96.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.3% speak Spanish. 6.8% of the population are military veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 96.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Creve Coeur, IL 4,572 pop · 3.6 mi Marquette Heights, IL 2,613 pop · 5.0 mi Peoria Heights, IL 5,834 pop · 5.3 mi West Peoria, IL 4,246 pop · 5.4 mi Morton, IL 16,503 pop · 5.7 mi North Pekin, IL 1,647 pop · 6.0 mi Washington, IL 15,946 pop · 6.1 mi Bartonville, IL 5,854 pop · 6.6 mi Peoria, IL 112,126 pop · 6.7 mi Bellevue, IL 2,158 pop · 7.0 mi Germantown Hills, IL 3,425 pop · 7.7 mi Pekin, IL 31,812 pop · 8.4 mi Tremont, IL 2,300 pop · 10.6 mi Lake Camelot, IL 1,744 pop · 11.4 mi

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Health Metrics: East Peoria vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: East Peoria vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Tornado History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure

Services

Commute & Transportation