salaryToledo is 14% 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
$2,087
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$107
👥 People living there
394,432
267,463
Commute to work
28.6 min
19.8 min
College degree
33.6%
21.9%
Own their home
62.4%
53.3%
Below poverty line
11.9%
24.3%
Unemployment
5.9%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora 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 | Aurora | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $62,950 | -36% in Toledo |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $113,920 | -36% in Toledo |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $95,120 | -33% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $113,760 | $76,580 | -33% in Toledo |
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $60,590 | -31% in Toledo |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $91,950 | -28% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $73,650 | -28% in Toledo |
| Software Developer | $137,610 | $104,360 | -24% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Toledo is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $994 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Toledo to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $51,874 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Toledo?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $53,627 in Toledo, 78% more in Aurora.