There are 21 independent living communities in Peoria, Arizona. Independent living costs in Arizona range from about $20 up to $123 per day, with an average expenditure running approximately $58. The monthly expense averages about $1,732 and ranges between $605 and $3,685. On a yearly basis, the median cost is about $20,790, which is below the US average of $23,100.
The cost of independent living in Peoria generally ranges from as little as $770 per month to $3,890 per month. The median cost is about $1,788 per month, or about $21,450 annually.
Located within Maricopa County, Peoria is a medium sized city in the State of Arizona. It is the 9th biggest city in the state. While the city has 158,093 inhabitants, the surrounding statistical area includes a populace of 4,437,076. About 24% of the residents are over the age of 55.
Peoria has an above average SeniorScore™ of 78. The median housing price in the city is $198,000, which is somewhat higher than the Arizona average of $183,000. Peoria also has an average unemployment rate of around 7.27%. The city's median household income is $68,000 ($29,000 per capita), in comparison to the average of $36,000 for the whole of Arizona.
Peoria has ideal average temperatures, with very mild winters and very balmy summers. The area receives optimal levels of rain each year. Compared to other cities in the US, Peoria has a lower than average rate of crime, low water quality, and very poor air quality.