salaryToledo is 19% 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
$2,654
$994
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,320
$1,028
💵 Families earn per year
$101,378
$53,627
🔑 Buying a house
$713,000
$114,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,997
$1,849
⚡ Electric bill per month
$105
$107
👥 People living there
312,534
267,463
Commute to work
24.5 min
19.8 min
College degree
18.3%
21.9%
Own their home
44.6%
53.3%
Below poverty line
10.8%
24.3%
Unemployment
4.8%
7.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Santa Ana for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Santa Ana | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $113,920 | -41% in Toledo |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $81,050 | -40% in Toledo |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $73,650 | -40% in Toledo |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $60,590 | -38% in Toledo |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $63,250 | -38% in Toledo |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $76,580 | -38% in Toledo |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | $104,360 | -35% in Toledo |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $121,780 | -25% in Toledo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Santa Ana or Toledo cheaper to live in?
Toledo is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $994 a month there versus $2,654 in Santa Ana.
What salary do I need in Toledo to match $60,000 in Santa Ana?
About $48,318 a year gives the same standard of living in Toledo.
Where do people earn more, Santa Ana or Toledo?
The typical household earns $101,378 in Santa Ana and $53,627 in Toledo, 89% more in Santa Ana.