Toledo is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Worcester to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$994
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,028
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$53,627
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$114,500
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,849
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$107
$149
👥 People living there
267,463
207,055
Commute to work
19.8 min
24.1 min
College degree
21.9%
35.2%
Own their home
53.3%
42.8%
Below poverty line
24.3%
19.6%
Unemployment
7.7%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Toledo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Toledo | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $62,950 | $90,300 | +43% in Worcester |
| Software Developer | $104,360 | $146,950 | +41% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $76,580 | $100,460 | +31% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,250 | $82,810 | +31% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $91,950 | $119,260 | +30% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,280 | $79,060 | +27% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $35,560 | $44,250 | +24% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $81,050 | $100,240 | +24% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Toledo or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Toledo is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $994 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Toledo?
About $67,261 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Toledo or Worcester?
The typical household earns $53,627 in Toledo and $75,605 in Worcester, 29% more in Worcester.