salaryToledo is 11% cheaperBased 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
$1,648
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$107
👥 People living there
397,742
267,463
Commute to work
26.6 min
19.8 min
College degree
32.6%
21.9%
Own their home
54.3%
53.3%
Below poverty line
12.9%
24.3%
Unemployment
5.7%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $36,140 | +50% in Toledo |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $113,920 | -32% in Toledo |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $74,710 | +27% in Toledo |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $61,070 | +25% in Toledo |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $91,950 | -25% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $76,580 | -25% in Toledo |
| Software Developer | $133,290 | $104,360 | -22% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $73,650 | -21% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Toledo is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $994 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Toledo to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,228 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Toledo?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $53,627 in Toledo, 51% more in Arlington.