Peoria, AZ Local Data & Statistics

State: AZ

Total population: 196,906 Household income: $95,815 Rent: $1,843

Overview

Total population

196,906

Rent

$1,843

Year built

1999

Household income

$95,815

Per capita income

$47,834

Poverty rate

8.4%

Unemployment rate

3.0%

Household size

2.6 persons

Rent over 30% of income

56.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Arizona

Total population

196,906

Adults over 25

138,654

Total households

73,824

Household size

2.6 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$95,815

Per capita income

$47,834

Poverty rate

8.4%

Unemployment rate

3.0%

Rent over 30% of income

56.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,843

Year built

1999

Households that rent

24%

Households that own

76%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.8

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

70.3%

Black

3.4%

Asian

5.4%

Two or more races

14%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

20.7%

Not Hispanic or Latino

79.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

77.2%

Commute time to work

28 mins

Work from home

22.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

30.1%

High school graduate or GED

22.5%

Some college or associate degree

11.2%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

36.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Peoria, AZ with: Arizona United States

Peoria, AZ

Total population196,906

Rent$1,843

Year built1999

Household income$95,815

Per capita income$47,834

Poverty rate8.4%

Unemployment rate3.0%

Arizona State

Total population7,378,838

Rent$1,543

Year built1992

Household income$79,964

Per capita income$42,503

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate3.6%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityPeoria, AZ	StateArizona	CountryUnited States
Total population	196,906	7,378,838	334,922,499
Rent	$1,843	$1,543	$1,413
Year built	1999	1992	1980
Household income	$95,815	$79,964	$80,734
Per capita income	$47,834	$42,503	$44,673
Poverty rate	8.4%	12.5%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.0%	3.6%	4%

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Summary for Peoria, AZ

Peoria is located in Arizona.

Rent & Income

In Peoria, the typical monthly rent is $1,843 and the typical household income is $95,815. Rent here is higher than in both Arizona and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 8.4%, which is lower than in both Arizona and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 24% of households. About 56.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 36.3% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is lower than both Arizona and the national rate.

Peoria, AZ — Rent vs Household Income

How Peoria, AZ compares in Arizona (20 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,843	12 / 20	from lower rent	$1,114 – $2,210
Household income	$95,815	10 / 20	from higher income	$57,073 – $141,978
Poverty rate	8.4%	9 / 20	from lower poverty	3.7% – 18.9%
Unemployment rate	3%	7 / 20	from lower unemployment	2.7% – 10.3%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Arizona with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Peoria, AZ

Rent

In rent comparisons, Peoria comes in 12th out of 20 large places. Across Arizona, rents vary from $1,114 in Yuma, AZ to $2,210 in Queen Creek, AZ.

Household income

Looking at household income, Peoria places 10th out of 20 significant areas. Incomes across Arizona range between $57,073 in Tucson, AZ and $141,978 in Queen Creek, AZ.

Poverty rate

In poverty comparisons, Peoria ranks 9th out of 20 large places. Statewide rates vary from 3.7% in Queen Creek, AZ to 18.9% in Tucson, AZ.

Unemployment rate

For joblessness, Peoria ranks 7th out of 20 significant areas. Across Arizona, unemployment varies from 2.7% in Gilbert, AZ to 10.3% in Yuma, AZ.

💰 Rent in Peoria, AZ (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,843 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Peoria, AZ

Annual Household Income: $95,815

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Peoria, AZ

Estimated Rate: 8.4%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Peoria, AZ

In Peoria, AZ, households that rent: 17,714 (24%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	17,714	24%
Owner-Occupied	56,110	76%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Peoria, AZ

In Peoria, AZ, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 9,976 (56.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	9,976	56.3%
Other renter households	7,738	43.7%
Total renter households	17,714	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Peoria, AZ

Less than High School: 41,739 people (30.1%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 31,165 people (22.5%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 15,478 people (11.2%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 50,272 people (36.3%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 138,654

📊 Unemployment Rate in Peoria, AZ

Estimated Rate: 3.0%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.