Peoria, Arizona
Quick Statistics
Peoria is a community in Maricopa County, Arizona, home to about 196,906 people spread across 176.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $47,734 a year, and a typical home is worth about $463,600. About 46.6% of adults hold a college degree, and 88.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 28 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Arizona towns GeoStat tracks, Peoria ranks number 8 of 441 in population, number 53 in median household income, number 50 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Peoria typically top out near 107°F in July, while January nights average about 43°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Sun City West, AZ | 8.4 mi. | 27,425 |
| 2. | Anthem, AZ | 11.2 mi. | 22,584 |
| 3. | Surprise, AZ | 11.5 mi. | 154,948 |
| 4. | Sun City, AZ | 11.9 mi. | 37,486 |
| 5. | Wittmann, AZ | 12.5 mi. | 631 |
| 6. | El Mirage, AZ | 13.6 mi. | 36,088 |
| 7. | Youngtown, AZ | 13.9 mi. | 7,015 |
| 8. | New River, AZ | 14.4 mi. | 18,240 |
What is the population of Peoria, Arizona?
Peoria has a population of about 196,906 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Peoria, Arizona in?
Peoria is located in Maricopa County, Arizona.
What is the median home value in Peoria, Arizona?
The median home value in Peoria is about $463,600, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Peoria, Arizona?
The median personal income in Peoria is about $47,734 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Peoria, Arizona?
Since 1950, 72 tornadoes have been recorded in Maricopa County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Peoria, Arizona?
Typical July highs run about 107 degrees and January lows about 43 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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