salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tulsa to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$994
$1,204
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,028
$1,160
💵 Families earn per year
$53,627
$64,535
🔑 Buying a house
$114,500
$205,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
89.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,849
$2,005
⚡ Electric bill per month
$107
$140
👥 People living there
267,463
413,794
Commute to work
19.8 min
18.9 min
College degree
21.9%
33.6%
Own their home
53.3%
51.9%
Below poverty line
24.3%
18.7%
Unemployment
7.7%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tulsa for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Toledo | Tulsa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,140 | $18,350 | -49% in Tulsa |
| Dental Hygienist | $76,580 | $100,350 | +31% in Tulsa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,250 | $48,220 | -24% in Tulsa |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $46,810 | -23% in Tulsa |
| Firefighter | $60,590 | $47,600 | -21% in Tulsa |
| Electrician | $74,710 | $62,280 | -17% in Tulsa |
| Nurse Practitioner | $121,780 | $139,460 | +15% in Tulsa |
| Warehouse Worker | $42,640 | $36,980 | -13% in Tulsa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Toledo or Tulsa cheaper to live in?
Toledo and Tulsa cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tulsa to match $60,000 in Toledo?
About $58,530 a year gives the same standard of living in Tulsa.
Where do people earn more, Toledo or Tulsa?
The typical household earns $53,627 in Toledo and $64,535 in Tulsa, 17% more in Tulsa.