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Hey, I'm retired and The median home value here is around $149,500, which is actually reasonable. Homes are going for about $149,500 on average. You can expect to pay around $951 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's...
I'm single, late 20s, and It's a a mid-size city city with about 112K people. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What are your go-to spots? The city has invested a lot in new developm...
First post here. I relocated for work and Rent is about $951/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I overthinking this? Property taxes are hig...
OK so I'm a nurse at the local hospital and With a population of 112K, Peoria is a mid-size city. Homes are going for about $149,500 on average. Household incomes average around $58,716 in Peoria. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still man...
OK so I'm originally from Salt Lake City and Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a mid-size city city with about 112K people. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in...
Hi all, I'm retired and With a population of 112K, Peoria is a mid-size city. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. What do you all think? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manag...
Hello, I work in legal and Homes are going for about $149,500 on average. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 13.6%, which is around average. You can expect to pay around $951 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies...
As a 9-year resident, here are some things about Peoria that don't make it into the guides: 1. The local music scene is really vibrant 2. The library system is phenomenal 3. The local craft beer scene is legit Give it a chance if you're considering it!
I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $951/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Tra...
Hey folks, The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $951/month for a decent place. It's a a mid-size city city with about 112K people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of...
Been meaning to ask this. Median household income is $58,716, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
Hi all, I'm single, late 50s, and The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's better...
I'm single, late 50s, and It's a a mid-size city city with about 112K people. The city has invested a lot in new development. Let me know your thoughts. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and It's a a mid-size city city with about 112K people. With a population of 112K, Peoria is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 13.6%, which is around average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good servic...
Born and raised here. With a population of 112K, Peoria is a mid-size city. Rent is about $951/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public trans...
Military spouse here. Crime rate is something to consider -Peoria sits at 1,043.7 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. Thoughts? TIA!
Random thought, Household incomes average around $58,716 in Peoria. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Does this match your experience?
I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $149,500 on average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 112K people. Median household income is $58,716, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 13.6%, which is around average. Rent is about $951/month for a decent p...
Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $149,500, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $149,500 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. H...
Hello, My partner and I are Homes are going for about $149,500 on average. Poverty rate is 13.6%, which is around average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Has anyone dealt with this? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or ...
Hey folks, Rent is about $951/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $149,500 on average. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. The median home value here is around $149,500, which is actually reasonable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent...
First post here. My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $951/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 13.6%, which is around average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
Alright, Crime rate is something to consider -Peoria sits at 1,043.7 per 100K. Is this normal for Peoria?
We made the move 4 ago and here are my first impressions: Cost of living is reasonable for what you get. Rent runs about $951/month for a typical apartment. Weather is moderate — about 55F average. Biggest surprise: How much I actually like it here Biggest disappointment: Some areas feel neglected...
Curious what people think. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What are your go-to spots?
Hey everyone, I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $951 for rent here. Median household income is $58,716, which feels about average for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Anyone in a similar situation?...
Crime rate is something to consider -Peoria sits at 1,043.7 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
Alright, I'm originally from Houston and Household incomes average around $58,716 in Peoria. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Anyone in a similar situation? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene...
So, The suburbs are where most families end up.
Not sure if this has been asked before, but Poverty rate is 13.6%, which is around average. Rent is about $951/month for a decent place. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. ...
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