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Peoria, IL
Peoria · IL 61602
Updated November 2, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$285K
Median Price
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Walk Score
6.8/10
Schools
198 min
to Chicago Loop, IL
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
C+Schools
68/100
CQuietness
60/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score38/100
Our Take
Peoria’s 61602 ZIP offers affordable housing and a solid mix of schools, but it’s not a walk‑friendly or transit‑convenient area. The community feels safe, with low flood risk, but residents will likely rely on a car for most errands and the commute to Chicago is long.
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The Good
- ✓Affordability with a median home price around $285k
- ✓High‑rated public schools, including a couple of schools with 9/10 ratings
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Good options for families and first‑time buyers
- ✓Convenient location within a few hours drive of Chicago
Real Talk
- !Very limited walkability and public transit options
- !A high proportion of rental units means fewer homeowners
- !Median household income is on the lower end of the spectrum, so wages may be modest
- !Commuting to Chicago takes about 3 hours each way, which can be costly
- $Higher utility bills in older homes
- $Potential for costly maintenance on older properties
- $Long commute costs (fuel, tolls, wear‑and‑tear on vehicles)
Best For
First‑time buyersFamilies with school‑seeking childrenRemote workers
Commuters to Chicago (if willing to drive)
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Peoria, IL
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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