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
$1,328
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$107
👥 People living there
294,856
267,463
Commute to work
18.4 min
19.8 min
College degree
41.8%
21.9%
Own their home
56.1%
53.3%
Below poverty line
12.7%
24.3%
Unemployment
3.3%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln 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 | Lincoln | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $60,410 | -26% in Toledo |
| Electrician | $60,680 | $74,710 | +23% in Toledo |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $61,070 | +22% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $73,650 | -21% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $95,100 | $76,580 | -19% in Toledo |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $77,400 | +19% in Toledo |
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $113,920 | +12% in Toledo |
| Pharmacist | $149,590 | $134,010 | -10% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Lincoln 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 Lincoln?
About $59,917 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Toledo?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $53,627 in Toledo, 45% more in Lincoln.