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
$1,535
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$107
👥 People living there
510,612
267,463
Commute to work
21.7 min
19.8 min
College degree
38.4%
21.9%
Own their home
55.4%
53.3%
Below poverty line
14.6%
24.3%
Unemployment
4.4%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City 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 | Kansas City | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $92,750 | $76,580 | -17% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $62,960 | $73,650 | +17% in Toledo |
| Software Developer | $124,990 | $104,360 | -17% in Toledo |
| Lawyer | $134,640 | $113,920 | -15% in Toledo |
| Market Research Analyst | $72,580 | $62,950 | -13% in Toledo |
| Plumber | $76,150 | $66,920 | -12% in Toledo |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,320 | $30,780 | -10% in Toledo |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,340 | $91,950 | -9% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Kansas City 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 Kansas City?
About $59,295 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Toledo?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $53,627 in Toledo, 39% more in Kansas City.