Dayton, OH vs Toledo, OH

Dayton, OH and Toledo, OH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.4% difference in their overall index. Dayton scores 66 while Toledo scores 67 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Dayton is $866/month compared to $880/month in Toledo — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dayton is more affordable at $93,200 median vs $107,000.

Median household income in Dayton is $43,454 compared to $47,532 in Toledo (-8.6%). While Toledo is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dayton spend roughly 23.9% of their income on rent, more than the 22.2% in Toledo.