About 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
$1,364
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$107
👥 People living there
222,791
267,463
Commute to work
19.7 min
19.8 min
College degree
47.2%
21.9%
Own their home
58.3%
53.3%
Below poverty line
12.6%
24.3%
Unemployment
4.1%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville 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 | Huntsville | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $95,120 | -30% in Toledo |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,990 | $36,140 | +29% in Toledo |
| Electrician | $58,500 | $74,710 | +28% in Toledo |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $60,590 | +26% in Toledo |
| HVAC Technician | $49,940 | $62,460 | +25% in Toledo |
| Carpenter | $48,970 | $61,070 | +25% in Toledo |
| Physician Assistant | $107,230 | $131,730 | +23% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $76,580 | +23% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Huntsville 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 Huntsville?
About $58,958 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Toledo?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $53,627 in Toledo, 50% more in Huntsville.