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Built on strong communities.

Greater Peoria’s strength lies in its people and communities. Our communities are more than just cities and towns. They are the diverse network of interconnected people that make Greater Peoria advance, grow, and innovate. These communities help foster an environment of cultural appreciation and celebration in our region. 

Demographics Data

Community Showcase: Asian Indian

Peoria is home to a vibrant and growing Asian Indian community of over 4000 people from about 1000 families. These families are the foundation of a strong Asian Indian presence in the region.

Cultural Events

Passage to India – a premier destination cultural event that provides a rare glimpse into the beautiful and unique Indian lifestyle.

India Fest -an outdoor festival  Peoria’s Riverfront  with  live music, authentic Indian cuisine, traditional Indian dancing and much more. Proceeds have benefited St Jude, Central Illinois Chapter for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CICBVI), South Side Mission, and Center for the Prevention of Abuse.

Diwali Gala – an evening dinner function marking the end of the fundraising campaign for St Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Bollywood Night – a cultural event, whose proceeds benefit St Jude.

Leadership and Business

Greater Peoria is home to several successful industry-leading Indian owned and operated businesses, big and small.

Passage to India is an evening of authentic Indian culture and cuisine.
Community Fast Facts
  • Population: 4,124
    The Indian population has nearly doubled since 2010.
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 74.1%*
    This is 43 percentage points higher than the county average.
  • Median Household Income: $91,505*

*Source: American Community Survey, reflects total Asian population, of which Asian Indian constitutes the highest percentage.

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Director of Business Attraction
Greater Peoria Economic Development Council
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