Toledo is 7% 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
$1,711
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$107
👥 People living there
237,242
267,463
Commute to work
18.9 min
19.8 min
College degree
47.5%
21.9%
Own their home
63.2%
53.3%
Below poverty line
10.6%
24.3%
Unemployment
3.6%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City 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 | Boise City | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $61,610 | $74,710 | +21% in Toledo |
| Software Developer | $131,590 | $104,360 | -21% in Toledo |
| Firefighter | $76,280 | $60,590 | -21% in Toledo |
| Carpenter | $50,850 | $61,070 | +20% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,650 | $76,580 | -19% in Toledo |
| Plumber | $56,940 | $66,920 | +18% in Toledo |
| Registered Nurse | $97,880 | $81,050 | -17% in Toledo |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,670 | $30,780 | -14% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Toledo is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $994 a month there versus $1,711 in Boise City.
What salary do I need in Toledo to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $55,770 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Toledo?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $53,627 in Toledo, 69% more in Boise City.