Peoria County is home to 51,788 Illinois residents. Over the past ten years, the county has seen a drop in growth of -260.11%, ranking it #2,604 in the US and #78 in Illinois for population growth.
Based on the counties residents and economy, Peoria County, IL is OK for retirees and great for families.
When considering schools and educational attainment, 91% of residents over 25 years of age graduated high school and 21.6% completed their bachelor’s degree or higher. The majority of students in Peoria County attend public school.
If diversity is essential, Peoria County received a F grade in diversity.