Moving from Peoria to Memphis (2026)

Memphis has a COL index of 83 vs 83 for Peoria (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 0% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$263 more/mo
on rent + taxes ยท $75K salary baseline

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Key differences

COL index
83 โ†’ 83
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,050 โ†’ $1,100
per month
State tax
5% โ†’ None
income tax
COL difference
83 โ†’ 83
0% more expensive

Salary needed in Memphis to match your Peoria lifestyle

Based on the 0% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in PeoriaEquivalent in Memphis
$40K$40,000
$50K$50,000
$60K$60,000
$75K$75,000
$80K$80,000
$100K$100,000
$120K$120,000
$150K$150,000

๐Ÿ’ต Household income (before tax)

$75K
$
$30K$300K
Pay ~$53/mo moreon core expenses at $75K

Monthly budget at $75K โ€” Peoria vs Memphis

ExpensePeoriaMemphis
Monthly take-home$4,428$4,741
1BR rent$1,050$1,100
Groceries$361$357
Transport$55$55
Utilities$158$170
Internet$60$55
Left after essentials$2,744$3,004

Frequently asked questions

Is Memphis cheaper than Peoria?

No. Memphis has a cost of living index of 83 vs 83 for Peoria (100 = US average). That's about 0% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from Peoria to Memphis?

On a $75K salary, moving from Peoria to Memphis saves roughly $263/month on core expenses. That's ~$3,156/year.

What salary do I need in Memphis to match my Peoria lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Peoria, you'd need roughly $75,000/year in Memphis. This is based on the overall COL index difference.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates. Zillow ยท BLS ยท Numbeo ยท For general guidance only