Peoria, IL Metro Area

Peoria, IL · Metro Area

365,202Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 5 counties (3 central, 2 outlying), part of the Peoria-Canton, IL combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $71,857
Median home value: $164,200
Land area: 2,468 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Peoria County, IL	Central	179,645	$65,108	$158,500
Tazewell County, IL	Central	130,290	$77,982	$167,500
Woodford County, IL	Central	38,312	$91,483	$197,600
Marshall County, IL	Outlying	11,647	$71,585	$142,800
Stark County, IL	Outlying	5,308	$62,878	$104,500

Largest cities and towns

136 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Peoria, IL	City	112,169	$59,410
Peoria City, IL	—	96,648	$52,321
Pekin, IL	City	31,781	$60,790
Pekin (Township), IL	—	27,280	$59,074
Washington (Township), IL	—	24,276	$89,618
East Peoria, IL	City	22,324	$71,833
Groveland, IL	—	18,513	$65,830
Limestone, IL	—	18,116	$71,380
Morton (Township), IL	—	17,998	$100,633
Morton, IL	Village	16,595	$94,402
Washington, IL	City	15,919	$95,179
Medina, IL	—	13,918	$124,087
Fondulac, IL	—	12,186	$74,478
Worth, IL	—	10,700	$56,288
Cincinnati, IL	—	8,797	$83,712
Kickapoo, IL	—	8,175	$112,391
Chillicothe (Township), IL	—	8,157	$69,036
Chillicothe, IL	City	5,900	$66,132
Bartonville, IL	Village	5,841	$72,821
Peoria Heights, IL	Village	5,825	$60,099
Richwoods, IL	—	5,825	$60,099
Radnor, IL	—	5,209	$178,586
Eureka, IL	City	5,007	$56,048
Olio, IL	—	4,691	$55,708
Creve Coeur, IL	Village	4,621	$47,993

Also in the Peoria-Canton, IL combined area

Canton, IL · micro · 33,020

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Unemployment

4.8%

College Educated

31.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$71,857

Mean Household Income

$95,895

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.3%

Female

50.7%

Population Split

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German25.2%

Irish12.5%

English12.3%

Italian3.4%

Mexican3.0%

Polish2.1%

French2.0%

Scottish1.9%

African1.0%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

4.3%Foreign Born

95.7%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized44.1%

Non-Citizen55.9%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later40.9%

Before 201059.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

167,807

Median Rent

$955/mo

Median Home Value

$164,200

Median Year Built

1968

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

83,875

College Enrollment

17.1%

High School

22.3%

College Educated

31.8%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

20.8 min

Drive Alone Rate

78.1%

Public Transit

0.8%

Work From Home

11.1%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.1%

18-34 Years

20.4%

35-64 Years

37.3%

65+ Years

19.2%

Population Composition

Under 1823.1%

18-3420.4%

35-6437.3%

65+19.2%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

45.1%

Single Parent

5.9%

Living Alone

34.2%

Avg Size

2.31

Household Types

Married Couples45.1%

Single Parent5.9%

Living Alone34.2%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$40,820

SNAP Usage

13.9%

Health Insurance

94.6%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k16.4%

$25k - $50k18.3%

$50k - $100k30.2%

$100k+35.1%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

14.9%

Retail Trade

10.5%

Education & Health Care

27.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

13.2%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.6%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

89.4%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.8%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

91.2

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

235.7

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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