salaryToledo is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tucson to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$994
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,028
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$53,627
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$114,500
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,849
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$107
$143
👥 People living there
267,463
547,073
Commute to work
19.8 min
21.9 min
College degree
21.9%
31.1%
Own their home
53.3%
51.8%
Below poverty line
24.3%
18.9%
Unemployment
7.7%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tucson for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Toledo | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $76,580 | $96,740 | +26% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,250 | $47,220 | -25% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,280 | $75,940 | +22% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $60,590 | $47,960 | -21% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $74,710 | $59,480 | -20% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $49,110 | -20% in Tucson |
| Software Developer | $104,360 | $123,710 | +19% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $81,050 | $94,110 | +16% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Toledo or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Toledo is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $994 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Toledo?
About $63,570 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Toledo or Tucson?
The typical household earns $53,627 in Toledo and $61,553 in Tucson, 13% more in Tucson.