Toledo is 6% 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
$1,331
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,281
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$50,919
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$139,600
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.0
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,152
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$155
$107
👥 People living there
208,772
267,463
Commute to work
19.3 min
19.8 min
College degree
30%
21.9%
Own their home
38.1%
53.3%
Below poverty line
27.8%
24.3%
Unemployment
7.9%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Rochester for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Rochester | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $89,120 | $60,590 | -32% in Toledo |
| Lawyer | $148,150 | $113,920 | -23% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $92,920 | $73,650 | -21% in Toledo |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $45,310 | $36,140 | -20% in Toledo |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,170 | $62,950 | -18% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $93,650 | $76,580 | -18% in Toledo |
| Software Developer | $122,770 | $104,360 | -15% in Toledo |
| Cashier | $33,850 | $29,270 | -14% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Rochester or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Toledo is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $994 a month there versus $1,331 in Rochester.
What salary do I need in Toledo to match $60,000 in Rochester?
About $56,550 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Rochester or Toledo?
The typical household earns $50,919 in Rochester and $53,627 in Toledo, 5% more in Toledo.