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River views, friendly faces, hometown pride.

East Peoria exudes a friendly, community-oriented atmosphere. The city balances a relaxed pace of life with access to urban conveniences, making it an attractive place to live and visit. You'll find a mix of families, young professionals, and retirees enjoying the city's parks, restaurants, and local businesses.

Downtown East Peoria
COMMUNITY GUIDE · EAST PEORIA
East Peoria, Tazewell County

City Snapshot

Population

22,484

County

Tazewell County

Timezone

America/Chicago

Median Income

$73,720

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Community Leaders

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Richard Durbin

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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Tammy Duckworth

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

JB Pritzker
JB Pritzker

Governor

Democratic Party