salaryToledo is 14% 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
$2,152
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,950
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$94,176
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$506,300
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
106.7
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,842
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$107
👥 People living there
528,706
267,463
Commute to work
25.3 min
19.8 min
College degree
37.1%
21.9%
Own their home
51.7%
53.3%
Below poverty line
13.9%
24.3%
Unemployment
6.6%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Sacramento 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 | Sacramento | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $171,460 | $81,050 | -53% in Toledo |
| Elementary School Teacher | $103,390 | $63,250 | -39% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,540 | $76,580 | -38% in Toledo |
| Lawyer | $178,540 | $113,920 | -36% in Toledo |
| Firefighter | $94,080 | $60,590 | -36% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $111,460 | $73,650 | -34% in Toledo |
| Nurse Practitioner | $172,010 | $121,780 | -29% in Toledo |
| Medical Assistant | $61,970 | $44,120 | -29% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Sacramento or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Toledo is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $994 a month there versus $2,152 in Sacramento.
What salary do I need in Toledo to match $60,000 in Sacramento?
About $51,442 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Sacramento or Toledo?
The typical household earns $94,176 in Sacramento and $53,627 in Toledo, 76% more in Sacramento.