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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Peoria, IL โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Chicago, IL area

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You'd spend $1.7K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $170.6K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 22.9%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,721
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$20.6K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Peoria, IL

Population:110K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$114K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:123
Median Home:$513K

Peoria, IL

The Prairie State

110K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Illinois, this city has a population of 110K residents.

Denver, CO

The Centennial State

716K
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Semi-arid

Notable Facts

  • โ€ขMile-high city (5,280 ft)
  • โ€ขOutdoor recreation hub
  • โ€ขMajor cannabis market

Major Industries

AerospaceTechnologyEnergyTourism

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Peoria, IL vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 42.2%
Peoria, IL
$2,284
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$964
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 22.0%
Peoria, IL
$1,455
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$320
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 9.9%
Peoria, IL
$936
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$92.87
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 16.8%
Peoria, IL
$541
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$90.84
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 5.1%
Peoria, IL
$1,391
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$70.96
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 9.9%
Peoria, IL
$472
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$46.84
more

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

Denver, CO: Denver Head Tax ($5.75/mo, negligible)$69.00/yr (0.0%)

Peoria, IL has no local income tax.

Local taxes are in addition to state income tax. Not all cities levy local income taxes.

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$542
To$1,720
โ†‘ $1,178
1 Bed
From$584
To$1,840
โ†‘ $1,256
2 Bed
From$739
To$2,190
โ†‘ $1,451
3 Bed
From$957
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,913
Peoria, ILZIP-level data

1BR range: $760โ€“$960/mo

Denver, COZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,620โ€“$2,540/mo

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$7,080
Monthly in Peoria, IL
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$1,585
Difference

Home Values

Peoria
Denver
$114K
Median Value
$513K
โ†‘ +7.5%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
โ†‘ +48.5%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
$37K - $241K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 349% more expensive than Peoria

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $825
Per year
Monthly Difference
$68.75
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.6%
Rate difference

Peoria, IL

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Illinois State Tax
Effective: 5.0%
$7.4K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.6%
$44.4K
Take-Home Pay
$8,797/month
$105.6K

Denver, CO

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Colorado State Tax
Effective: 4.4%
$6.6K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.1%
$43.6K
Take-Home Pay
$8,866/month
$106.4K

Additional Tax Information

Peoria, IL Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.8%
Property Tax:2.2%

Denver, CO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.8%
Property Tax:0.5%

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Peoria
Denver
54 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
35.8%
Good Air Days
35.2%
100 Very High
Climate Risk
95 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐Ÿซจ
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
โ–ฒ+3.2ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
18 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days
โ–ฒ+3.2ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
18 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days

๐Ÿ’ฐ See how taxes change too โ€” compare take-home pay between Illinois and Colorado on TaxTakeHome.com

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