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
$1,537
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$107
👥 People living there
185,783
267,463
Commute to work
18.5 min
19.8 min
College degree
36%
21.9%
Own their home
52.4%
53.3%
Below poverty line
19.1%
24.3%
Unemployment
5.4%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga 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 | Chattanooga | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $36,140 | +49% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $73,650 | +43% in Toledo |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $60,590 | +32% in Toledo |
| Lawyer | $147,640 | $113,920 | -23% in Toledo |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $62,460 | +23% in Toledo |
| Carpenter | $50,760 | $61,070 | +20% in Toledo |
| Plumber | $58,720 | $66,920 | +14% in Toledo |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,830 | $42,640 | +13% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga?
About $59,994 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Toledo?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $53,627 in Toledo, 30% more in Chattanooga.