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
$1,291
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$107
👥 People living there
198,173
267,463
Commute to work
20.8 min
19.8 min
College degree
31.1%
21.9%
Own their home
45.5%
53.3%
Below poverty line
24.7%
24.3%
Unemployment
5.8%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $113,920 | -33% in Toledo |
| Electrician | $56,630 | $74,710 | +32% in Toledo |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $36,140 | +31% in Toledo |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $62,460 | +28% in Toledo |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $131,730 | +25% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $76,580 | +24% in Toledo |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $95,120 | -23% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $73,650 | +22% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
About $59,876 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Toledo?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $53,627 in Toledo, 7% more in Toledo.