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
$1,301
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$107
👥 People living there
264,814
267,463
Commute to work
16.3 min
19.8 min
College degree
35.1%
21.9%
Own their home
51.2%
53.3%
Below poverty line
18.9%
24.3%
Unemployment
5.2%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock 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 | Lubbock | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,560 | $36,140 | +60% in Toledo |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $74,710 | +59% in Toledo |
| Carpenter | $43,500 | $61,070 | +40% in Toledo |
| Plumber | $48,950 | $66,920 | +37% in Toledo |
| HVAC Technician | $49,850 | $62,460 | +25% in Toledo |
| Truck Driver | $49,080 | $60,410 | +23% in Toledo |
| Firefighter | $77,290 | $60,590 | -22% in Toledo |
| Warehouse Worker | $35,130 | $42,640 | +21% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Lubbock 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 Lubbock?
About $60,091 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Toledo?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $53,627 in Toledo, 22% more in Lubbock.