Toledo is 19% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$994
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,028
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$53,627
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$114,500
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,849
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$107
$96
👥 People living there
267,463
681,294
Commute to work
19.8 min
30 min
College degree
21.9%
64.2%
Own their home
53.3%
41.5%
Below poverty line
24.3%
15.4%
Unemployment
7.7%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Toledo | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $113,920 | $195,190 | +71% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $95,120 | $156,460 | +64% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $76,580 | $119,170 | +56% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $104,360 | $154,930 | +48% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,950 | $87,160 | +38% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $91,950 | $127,040 | +38% in Washington |
| Accountant | $77,400 | $102,140 | +32% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,140 | $46,040 | +27% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Toledo or Washington cheaper to live in?
Toledo is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $994 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Toledo?
About $71,434 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Toledo or Washington?
The typical household earns $53,627 in Toledo and $118,495 in Washington, 55% more in Washington.