Peoria, IL Census Data
The 8th largest city in Illinois by population · 29 cities ranked
Peoria is the 8th largest city in Illinois by population and ranks 26th of 29 for median household income. With 112,126 residents, its poverty rate of 20.0% ranks among the higher rates in Illinois. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
112,126
48.5% male · 51.5% female
Median Age
35.8
2.9 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$58,716
$19,822 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
38.0%
3.0% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 92.1%
Poverty Rate
20.0%
7.6% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.8%
Broadband Access
93.7%
4.0% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$149,500
Median rent: $951 · 58% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
7.8%
Labor force participation: 57.5%
Per Capita Income
$38,953
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.5%
Disability rate: 14.6%
How Peoria Compares to Other Illinois Cities
Rankings among all 29 Illinois cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 8th of 29 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 26th of 29 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 26th of 29 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 19th of 29 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 27th of 29 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Peoria, IL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Peoria, IL?
The population of Peoria, IL is 112,126 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.8 years.
What is the median household income in Peoria?
The median household income in Peoria, IL is $58,716, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $38,953.
What is the poverty rate in Peoria?
The poverty rate in Peoria, IL is 20.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.8% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Peoria residents have a college degree?
38.0% of adults (25+) in Peoria hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.1% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Peoria?
The median home value in Peoria, IL is $149,500. Median rent is $951 per month, with 58% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Peoria?
Peoria's population is 56.9% White, 25.9% Black, 7.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 6.4% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Peoria rank among Illinois cities?
Peoria is the 8th largest city in Illinois by population, the 26th highest for median household income, the 26th lowest for poverty rate, the 19th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 29 ranked Illinois cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Peoria?
The unemployment rate in Peoria, IL is 7.8%, with a labor force participation rate of 57.5%. Per capita income is $38,953.
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