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
$1,219
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$107
👥 People living there
201,885
267,463
Commute to work
19.6 min
19.8 min
College degree
26.6%
21.9%
Own their home
59.7%
53.3%
Below poverty line
15.8%
24.3%
Unemployment
3.4%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $36,140 | +59% in Toledo |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $74,710 | +37% in Toledo |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $61,070 | +28% in Toledo |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $96,300 | +27% in Toledo |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $62,460 | +25% in Toledo |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $60,590 | +25% in Toledo |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $66,920 | +20% in Toledo |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 | $44,120 | +19% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Amarillo 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 Amarillo?
About $59,761 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Toledo?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $53,627 in Toledo, 33% more in Amarillo.