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Choose Greater Peoria

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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!

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