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Peoria, AZ
Peoria · AZ 85383
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$950K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8.4/10
Schools
43 min
to Downtown Phoenix, AZ
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
84/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score54/100
Our Take
Peoria offers solid, family-friendly living with high-quality schools, a comfortable commute to downtown Phoenix, and low flood risk. The trade‑offs are a lack of walkability, limited public transit, and a higher cost of living, but it remains a reasonable choice for most buyers.
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The Good
- ✓Highly-rated public schools (average 8.4/10)
- ✓Strong median household income and solid employment market
- ✓Low flood risk and decent air quality for most of the year
- ✓Convenient 43‑minute drive to downtown Phoenix for work and entertainment
Real Talk
- !Walkability is almost non‑existent; you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Public transit options are limited, making commuting a challenge for non‑drivers
- !Housing and rent prices are relatively high compared to other Phoenix suburbs
- !Extreme summer temperatures can drive up utility costs, especially for cooling
- $High property tax rates typical of Arizona suburbs
- $Potential homeowner association (HOA) fees in newer developments
- $Elevated utilities, mainly air‑conditioning, during summer months
Best For
Families with school‑age childrenSuburban commuters to PhoenixHome buyers looking for a safe, affluent communityResidents who value high school quality over walkability
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Peoria, AZ
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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