Toledo, WA vs Wilson Creek, WA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Wilson Creek is 25.6% cheaper than Toledo. With a cost index of 76 vs 96, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Wilson Creek to Toledo should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Toledo is $1,101/month compared to $850/month in Wilson Creek — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wilson Creek is more affordable at $157,500 median vs $302,300.

Median household income in Toledo is $55,139 compared to $55,000 in Wilson Creek (+0.3%). Toledo does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Toledo spend roughly 24% of their income on rent, more than the 18.5% in Wilson Creek.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (50.5°F vs 50.9°F). Toledo receives more rainfall at 50.6" per year compared to 7.8" in Wilson Creek.