salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Toledo to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$107
👥 People living there
189,247
267,463
Commute to work
22.2 min
19.8 min
College degree
23.6%
21.9%
Own their home
50.7%
53.3%
Below poverty line
23.3%
24.3%
Unemployment
7.8%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $63,250 | -19% in Toledo |
| Lawyer | $126,270 | $113,920 | -10% in Toledo |
| Warehouse Worker | $39,100 | $42,640 | +9% in Toledo |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,040 | $91,950 | -9% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $76,580 | -8% in Toledo |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $66,920 | +5% in Toledo |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,420 | $42,970 | -5% in Toledo |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,000 | $62,950 | -5% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Akron and Toledo cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Toledo to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $58,769 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Toledo?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $53,627 in Toledo, 3% more in Toledo.