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
$1,458
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$107
👥 People living there
201,528
267,463
Commute to work
21.1 min
19.8 min
College degree
24.7%
21.9%
Own their home
50.8%
53.3%
Below poverty line
20.1%
24.3%
Unemployment
8.6%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $36,140 | +97% in Toledo |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $62,460 | +28% in Toledo |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $60,590 | +27% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $73,650 | +26% in Toledo |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $60,410 | +26% in Toledo |
| Electrician | $59,660 | $74,710 | +25% in Toledo |
| Plumber | $54,690 | $66,920 | +22% in Toledo |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,640 | $42,640 | +16% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $59,708 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Toledo?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $53,627 in Toledo, 12% more in Augusta.