Peoria Metro Area, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
365,773 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,872 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$632 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$725 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Illinois
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 23
Feb 2 5 28
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 3 0 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 6 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 37, IL State House District 73, IL
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Schools

WCSEA-Riverview
<1 miles, N
Riverview Elem School
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
ROE 53 Academy
3 miles, SE
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Colleges

Midstate College
5 miles, W • 1.4 star
Illinois Central College
6 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Proctor Hospital
5 miles, W • 4.1 star
Saint Francis Medical Center
7 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Advocate Eureka Hospital
14 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
66 miles, SW • 1 star
Quad City International Airport
69 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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