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Nestled in the heart of the Midwest, Peoria sets itself apart by offering a high quality of life at a low cost of living.
Named the No. 1 most affordable midsized city in the U.S. by AdvisorSmith, Peoria offers big-city attractions with a small-town attitude. You can make friends here. Be seen here. But you can also visit big cities — Chicago and St. Louis — in a 3-hour drive or less.
Peoria Public Library is the largest library system in Downstate Illinois, with a Main Library and four branch locations.
Our park district is one of the largest in the state with nearly 9,000 acres of public land, but also wonderful facilities including aquatic centers, a botanical garden, golf courses, ice rink, zoo and, of course, a multitude of parks and trails.
The Peoria Riverfront Museum is a non-profit multidisciplinary museum of art, science, history, and achievement that promotes itself as the only museum of its kind in the United States. It includes a planetarium, giant screen digital theater and has more than 200 community and national program and content partners, including affiliation with the Smithsonian.
The Peoria Civic Center is a bustling hub of entertainment, sports and culture with an Arena, Theater, Ballroom, Exhibit Halls, and versatile meeting space all under one roof.
But don’t just take our word for it. See for yourself.
