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Payson, AZ vs East Peoria, IL

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Are people in East Peoria older or younger than people in Payson?
- The Median Age in East Peoria is 17.2 years younger than in Payson.

Are housing costs cheaper in East Peoria or Payson?
- East Peoria housing costs are 62.6% less expensive than Payson housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, East Peoria or Payson?
- The average commute for residents of East Peoria is 1.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Payson.

Things to do in Payson?
Payson, AZ is an incorporated town located in Gila County with a population of around fifteen thousand people. Payson offers plenty of outdoor activities perfect for anyone looking to explore nature through hiking trails or fishing at the local rodeo pond! Additionally there are many stores, eateries, and entertainment spots available offering its community something fun to do all year round.

Things to do in East Peoria?
East Peoria, IL sits along the Illinois River between Peoria Heights and Peoria City limits in central Illinois about two hours from Chicago. The city's main employers are Caterpillar Inc., Komatsu Ltd., Hamilton Sundstrand Corp., National Reddi-Mix LCC, and American Refining Group Incorporated among others.

 Payson, AZEast Peoria, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock22,707329,725,481
 Median Income$58,109  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$400,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time18.73  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Payson    15 Reviews

We have lived in Payson for over 5 years and love it. It has two large grocery stores, a Walmart, Home Depot, a dozen thrift/ treasure shops, more local shops than we  More

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Over 6 years ago

Payson is a wonderful town especially for retired people and people that want a slower pace... Lots of outdoor activities  More

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Over 6 years ago

I've lived in Payson for 25 years, thank god I worked out of town. There is a saying GO TO PAYSON ON VACATION GO HOME ON PROBATION TURN IN THREE YOU GO  More

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Reviews for East Peoria    1 Reviews

East Peoria is across the river from Peoria, the latter of which is the anchor of the entire "Heart of IL" region. Though the two share part of a name, they are separate  More

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