salaryToledo is 10% 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
$1,789
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$107
👥 People living there
545,970
267,463
Commute to work
22.4 min
19.8 min
College degree
25.5%
21.9%
Own their home
50.1%
53.3%
Below poverty line
20.1%
24.3%
Unemployment
8.9%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno 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 | Fresno | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $81,050 | -35% in Toledo |
| Lawyer | $162,680 | $113,920 | -30% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $100,770 | $73,650 | -27% in Toledo |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $121,780 | -27% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,730 | $76,580 | -25% in Toledo |
| Firefighter | $79,160 | $60,590 | -23% in Toledo |
| Pharmacist | $169,160 | $134,010 | -21% in Toledo |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $63,250 | -20% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Toledo is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $994 a month there versus $1,789 in Fresno.
What salary do I need in Toledo to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $53,714 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Toledo?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $53,627 in Toledo, 43% more in Fresno.