Peoria has a population of 1.95 million within a 30 minute commute shed.

New employers will find a ready and skilled workforce in Peoria and the surrounding communities. Peoria has many assets that make it a quality community for your business, employees, and future growth.

Manufacturing succeeds in Peoria. Manufacturing has played a critical role in Peoria and the West Valley of the Phoenix region. Peoria has attracted manufacturing companies in plastic injection molding, tactical gear, energy storage products, and more.

Access to a large and growing labor force. Workers from outside of Peoria will enjoy an easy commute opposite of rush hour, enhancing the attractiveness of the site to potential employees.

Strong educational levels and “high knowledge” occupations. A large number of Peoria residents have post-secondary education, with the percentage of residents with four-year college degrees in the labor shed matching national averages.

Workforce News

West Valley packs pipeline of ready-made finance and insurance talent
In this article, AZ Big Media explores the untapped labor market for finance and insurance professionals in Phoenix's West Valley, which includes Peoria.

Regional Workforce Development Implementation Strategy

In a regional initiative, WESTMARC (Western Maricopa) has been identified an effective way to demonstrate the strength of the West Valley workforce to increase opportunities for business recruitment. This initiative has resulted in two outcomes:

• Residential and occupational demographic 30 minute commute shed analytics

• Workforce Development Implementation Strategy – A comprehensive, long-term gap analysis and strategic implementation strategy.

• Learn more about the West Valley's strong and smart workforce at WESTMARC

Commute Shed Analysis

In a regional initiative, WESTMARC (Western Maricopa) has identified an effective way to demonstrate the strength of the West Valley workforce to increase opportunities for business recruitment.

The 2024 Commute Shed Analysis (PDF) contains travel times from five key Peoria intersections:

1. Olive & Grand Avenues
2. Northern Avenue & Loop 101
3. Peoria Avenue & Loop 101
4. Thunderbird Road & Loop 101
5. Vistancia Blvd & Loop 303