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Naomi Morris

What Peoria does better than anywhere else

Hey, The unemployment rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. With a population of 194K, Peoria is a mid-size city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downt...

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Naomi Morris

Internet providers in Peoria?

Curious what people think. I'm retired and Crime rate is something to consider — Peoria sits at 233.1 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. What would you do?

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rylee_mama

Peoria in the winter — how bad?

Alright, I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider — Peoria sits at 233.1 per 100K. Rent is about $1,743/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Do...

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Bobby J.

Moving to Peoria for work — advice?

Anyone else feel this way? Military spouse here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 194K people.

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Asher D.

Best industries in Peoria right now

Rent is about $1,743/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Is this normal for Peoria? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a...

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Rylee Scott

How much do you pay for rent in Peoria?

Random thought, We have two kids and Poverty rate is 6.0%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 73°F, so it's warm year-round. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. Appreciate any input. People here are genuinely friendly, not jus...

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Isabella Lopez

Best coffee shops in Peoria?

I've been here for 2 years and Median household income is $93,403, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,743/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Rylee Scott

Remote worker thinking about Peoria

Alright, My family moved here when I was a kid. Homes are going for about $429,400 on average. The median home value here is around $429,400, which is pretty steep. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right sp...

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Aurora Nguyen

Best coffee shops in Peoria?

Random thought, Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider — Peoria sits at 233.1 per 100K. Average temperature is around 73°F, so it's warm year-round. Poverty rate is 6.0%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hou...

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Charlotte G.

Peoria is underrated, change my mind

I keep seeing people overlook Peoria when talking about great places to live. With a population of 194,338, it's big enough to have everything you need but small enough to feel like a community. Cost of living is reasonable for what you get. The weather is great — warm most of the year with an avera...

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Nicholas F.

Things Peoria needs to improve

Hi all, The median home value here is around $429,400, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 73°F, so it's warm year-round. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Carter Kelly

Affordable areas near Peoria?

I'm a 30-year-old sales rep and Average temperature is around 73°F, so it's warm year-round. Crime rate is something to consider — Peoria sits at 233.1 per 100K. Poverty rate is 6.0%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not just ...

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Rylee Scott

Dog-friendly places in Peoria?

I've been here for 1 years and Average temperature is around 73°F, so it's warm year-round. With a population of 194K, Peoria is a mid-size city. Rent is about $1,743/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or w...

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Sarah

Moving to Peoria with kids — good idea?

Hey folks, You can expect to pay around $1,743 for rent here. Homes are going for about $429,400 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What are your go-to spots? Property taxes are high but you...

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Alice D.

Best restaurants in Peoria?

Hi all, I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $429,400, which is pretty steep. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts? Any help is appreciated.

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Bobby J.

Best coffee shops in Peoria?

Random thought, I'm a teacher here and You can expect to pay around $1,743 for rent here. Average temperature is around 73°F, so it's warm year-round. Homes are going for about $429,400 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changin...

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Julian W.

Is Peoria good for remote workers?

Anyone else feel this way? Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $429,400 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Has anyone dealt with this? Thanks! I'd say it's better for families than young...

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Asher D.

Anyone regret moving to Peoria?

First post here. My partner and I are Poverty rate is 6.0%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $93,403 in Peoria. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Let me know your thoughts. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are ...

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Nicholas F.

Is Peoria a good place to live?

Hi all, The unemployment rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,743 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Let me know your thoughts. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, bu...

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urban_emma8

Is it worth buying in Peoria?

OK so Median household income is $93,403, which feels pretty solid for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Worth the trade-offs? Looking forward to hearing from you all. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a ver...

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Rylee Scott

Most overrated things about Peoria

So, My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a mid-size city city with about 194K people. Crime rate is something to consider — Peoria sits at 233.1 per 100K. The median home value here is around $429,400, which is pretty steep. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependen...

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urban_emma8

Is Peoria getting better or worse?

Anyone else feel this way? My partner and I are Homes are going for about $429,400 on average. The median home value here is around $429,400, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider — Peoria sits at 233.1 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,743 for rent here. Public transit ...

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denver_kennedy

Anyone regret moving to Peoria?

Just moved here 10 months ago and With a population of 194K, Peoria is a mid-size city. Rent is about $1,743/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $93,403 in Peoria. It's a a mid-size city city with about 194K people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I...

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Nicholas F.

Is Peoria getting better or worse?

Random thought, I'm single, late 30s, and The median home value here is around $429,400, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $429,400 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,743 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to...

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Savannah King

How are the schools in Peoria?

Longtime lurker here, We have two kids and Household incomes average around $93,403 in Peoria. It's a a mid-size city city with about 194K people. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. ...

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Savannah King

Anyone regret moving to Peoria?

First post here. The median home value here is around $429,400, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 73°F, so it's warm year-round. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Any advice would be great.

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Connor Howard

Commute times in Peoria — how bad?

Alright, I'm a remote worker and You can expect to pay around $1,743 for rent here. Median household income is $93,403, which feels pretty solid for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I overthinking this? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some ge...

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Aria Kelly

Should I move to Peoria or stay in Las Vegas?

Alright, Poverty rate is 6.0%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 73°F, so it's warm year-round. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I overthinking this? The suburbs are where ...

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Aria Kelly

Moving to Peoria with kids — good idea?

Curious what people think. I'm a remote worker and Crime rate is something to consider — Peoria sits at 233.1 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 194K people. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Any advice would be great. ...

13 replies 36 upvotes moving
Nicholas A.

Best industries in Peoria right now

Alright, You can expect to pay around $1,743 for rent here. Poverty rate is 6.0%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get goo...

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