Peoria, Arizona

Peoria: The second most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona. It is located in the central part of the state. Peoria is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Peoria Historical Society Museum and the Peoria Sports Complex.

About

Peoria is a city located in the county of Maricopa in the U.S. state of Arizona. Its population at the 2010 census was 154,065. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 179,872 inhabitants.

The city was created 69 years ago in 1954.

Located northwest of Phoenix, Peoria, AZ offers residents and visitors a scenic setting, recreation opportunities, and modern amenities. With its strong sense of community, Peoria provides small-town warmth alongside big-city fun.

Outdoor Activities

Peoria spans over 175 square miles, providing plenty of open space. The Vistancia community features miles of hiking and biking trails.

Lake Pleasant Regional Park draws water enthusiasts with fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and house boating opportunities set against desert mountain views.

Sports and Leisure

From MLB Spring Training at the Peoria Sports Complex to professional hockey with the AZ Coyotes, Peoria is a sports-lovers' paradise. Daily rounds can be played on the city's six pristine public golf courses.

The Peoria Center for the Performing Arts provides Broadway shows and concerts in an elegant, intimate setting. The New River linear park hosts community festivals and events.

Growth and Opportunities

With its population nearly doubling since 2000, Peoria attracts residents with its economic growth, highly rated schools, and public services. Luke Air Force Base and companies like CVS Health and Turf Paradise racetrack provide jobs.

Peoria’s vibrant neighborhoods, leisure amenities, and welcoming atmosphere make it the perfect place to live an active West Coast lifestyle.

Peoria locator map
Location of Peoria on Arizona map.

Quick Facts about Peoria

Population : 179,872 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Arizona (United States)
County : Maricopa County
Postal code : 85300–85399
Water as percent of area : 2%
Land as percent of area : 98%
Altitude : 1,142 feet / 348 meters
Establishment : June 06, 1954 (69 years ago)
Time Zone : Mountain Time Zone
Local time : 16:16:49 (28th March 2024)
Population growth : 14.35% (2010-2020)
Peoria Collage Christian M Williams image
Peoria Collage Christian M Williams
Peoria Collage Christian M Williams image

Geography

Peoria is located at 33°34'50"N 112°14'15"W (33.5806000, -112.2373800). It has 2 neighbors: Sun City and Surprise.

Peoria map

Peoria has 2 neighbours.

  • Sun City census designated place in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
  • Surprise The seventh most populous city in Arizona. It is located in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Surprise is known for its many retirement communities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Surprise Stadium and the Surprise Civic Center.

Demographics

The population of Peoria increased by 14.35% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 154,065 - census
2011 155,014 0.61% estimation process
2012 155,326 0.2% estimation process
2013 156,354 0.66% estimation process
2014 157,770 0.9% estimation process
2015 160,431 1.66% estimation process
2016 164,212 2.3% estimation process
2017 168,192 2.37% estimation process
2018 172,263 2.36% estimation process
2019 175,961 2.1% estimation process
2020 179,872 2.17% estimation process

Demographic Facts

Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : 518,012
Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : 440,092
Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : 17.7%
April 1, 2020 Population : 504,258
April 1, 2010 Population : 439,041
People under 5 years old, percentage : 6.8%
People under 18 years old, percentage : 24.3%
People over 65 (%) : 16.4%
Female persons, % : 50.6%
White only, percent : 81.5%
Black or African American alone, percent : 4.2%
American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : 2.6%
Asians alone % : 2.2%
Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : 0.5%
% of people who have participated in two or more races : 3.5%
% of Hispanic or Latino : 27.7%
White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : 61.3%
2015-2019 Veterans : 32,478
Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : 11.8%
Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : 61.1%

Peoria zip code is 85345. County name: Maricopa, County fips: 04013

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Economic Facts

Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : 61.1%
Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : $226,500
From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : $1,463
Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : $461
2015-2019 median gross rent : $1,044
2015-2019 Households : 181,130
Population per household, 2015-2019 : 2.74
Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : 80.6%
Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : 21.4%
Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : 92.3%
Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : 86.6%
Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : 88.8%
Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : 27.4%
Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : 7.5%
Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : 14.5%
Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 64.2%
Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 57.3%
Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : 685,343
Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : 2,466,790
Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : 3,353,021
2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : 5,819,701
2012 total retail sales per capita : $12,873
Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 25.4
2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : $58,181
Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : $29,500
Percentage of people living in poverty : 14.8%
Total number of businesses in 2012 : 33,113
Men-owned businesses in 2012 : 16,476
Women-owned businesses in 2012 : 11,536
Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : 7,129
Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : 24,552
Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : 3,383
Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : 28,022
2010 population per square mile : 3,217.5
2010 land area in square miles : 136.45

People born in Peoria (11)

People born in Peoria, including United States Secretary of Transportation Mary Peters, football player Kyle Kosier, Player of football Tim Toone, .

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Schools in Peoria

College & universities near Peoria, AZ

Code Name City ZIP
104708 Glendale Community College Glendale (AZ) 85302
490452 Kor Beauty Academy Peoria (AZ) 85382-4958
105899 Arizona Christian University Glendale (AZ) 85306-3216
421708 Arizona College-Glendale Glendale (AZ) 85302-3851
407009 Arizona State University-West Glendale (AZ) 85306

Stations (4)

Amtrak & bus stations near Peoria, AZ

Code Name Address Type
PXN Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona 9617 North Metro Parkway West BUS
PHG Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona 2115 East Buckeye Road BUS
PHA Phoenix (Airport), Arizona 3400 East Sky Harbor Blvd. BUS
MRC Maricopa 19427 N. John Wayne Parkway RAIL

Post offices near Peoria

Post Office Name City ZIP
Peoria Downtown Post Office Peoria (AZ) 85345
Peoria Post Office Peoria (AZ) 85381
Glendal Post Office Glendale (AZ) 85302
Youngtown Post Office Youngtown (AZ) 85363
Sun City Post Office Sun City (AZ) 85351

Other places with the same name (4)

  • Peoria , Illinois The third most populous city in Illinois. It is located on the Illinois River in central Illinois. Peoria is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Peoria Civic Center and the Peoria Zoo. with a population of 109,428 people.
  • Peoria , Kansas settlement in Franklin County, Kansas, USA with a population of 696 people.
  • Peoria , Oklahoma town in Ottawa County, Oklahoma, USA with a population of 135 people.

Other cities in Maricopa County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Maricopa County , AZ. (more)

City Name Population Title
Phoenix 1,708,127 The fifth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Phoenix metropolitan area.
Mesa 528,159 The fourth most populous city in Arizona and the center of the Mesa metropolitan area.
Chandler 265,398 The second most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.
Scottsdale 262,647 The fourth most populous city in Arizona and the center of the Scottsdale metropolitan area.
Gilbert 257,658 The fifth most populous city in Arizona.
Glendale 255,307 The second most populous city in Arizona.
Maryvale 208,189 Urban village in Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Tempe 200,402 The third most populous city in Arizona.
Tempe Junction 158,368 A census-designated place in Maricopa County, Arizona.
Surprise 147,965 The seventh most populous city in Arizona.
Goodyear 90,622 The most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.
Avondale 88,914 The most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.
Buckeye 85,224 Town in Maricopa County, Arizona
Queen Creek 60,097 Town in Arizona, United States
Sun City 37,499 Census designated place in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
El Mirage 36,481 City in Arizona

Distance to Other Cities

Peoria distances to largest Arizona cities