Peoria, Arizona, is a major suburb of Phoenix and has a population of approximately 200,916 as of 2023. The city is located in Maricopa County and Yavapai County, Arizona, and is the sixth-largest city in the state. The population of Peoria has grown at a rate of 1.53% annually, with a recorded population of 191,985 in 2020. The average household income in the city is $103,265, and the poverty rate is 8.44%. The median age in Peoria is 40.8 years, with 39.8 years for males and 41.6 years for females
Peoria is known for its excellent quality of life, with four of the city's essential service departments (Police, Fire, Public Works, and Parks & Recreation) being nationally accredited by independent agencies. The city offers a variety of amenities, including 570 acres of parks, 36 neighborhood parks, and three large community centers. Additionally, Peoria is home to 60 miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, as well as Spring Training baseball, two community theaters, an art museum, and a year-round calendar of festivals and special events. The P83 Entertainment District provides a wide variety of local restaurants, shopping, and entertainment options for the whole family.
