salaryToledo is 19% 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
$3,405
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$107
👥 People living there
311,690
267,463
Commute to work
24.7 min
19.8 min
College degree
70.6%
21.9%
Own their home
44.5%
53.3%
Below poverty line
10.8%
24.3%
Unemployment
5.9%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $113,920 | -41% in Toledo |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $81,050 | -40% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $73,650 | -40% in Toledo |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $60,590 | -38% in Toledo |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $63,250 | -38% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $76,580 | -38% in Toledo |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | $104,360 | -35% in Toledo |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $121,780 | -25% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Toledo is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $994 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Toledo to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $48,318 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Toledo?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $53,627 in Toledo, 175% more in Irvine.