Choose Greater Peoria
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Choose Greater Peoria
Visit choosegreaterpeoria.org to learn more!
Greater work/life balance. Greater family time. Greater opportunities to make a difference. Whatever you're looking for, you can make it happen in Greater Peoria. U.S. News Best Places named our region the #1 Best Place to Live in Illinois for lots of good reasons: Short commutes. Low cost of living. A wealth of cultural, family-friendly and outdoor amenities. A diverse network of world-class employers. Greater Peoria is the right size for you to find your place and live, work and play greater.
What makes Greater Peoria — well, greater? It's a combination of factors:
Short commutes and low cost of living that leave you more time to spend with the people you love, doing the things you love
Cultural amenities (art, theatre, music, and more) far beyond what you’d expect for a community this size
A wealth of family-friendly activities and outdoor attractions
Amazing healthcare, including two major medical systems, a children’s hospital, a cancer institute, and much more
World-class employers across industries, from healthcare to financial services to manufacturing to innovative startups
A culture of philanthropy, where giving back is a way of life
Plus, that kind-hearted, can-do spirit the Midwest is known for!