Moving from Toledo to Evansville (2026)

Evansville has a COL index of 80 vs 81 for Toledo (100 = US average). You'd pay about 1% less for the same lifestyle.

Save ~$90/mo
on core expenses · $75K salary baseline

Key differences

COL index
8180
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,050$990
per month
State tax
3.5%3.2%
income tax
Take-home at $75K
$4,522$4,541
per month

Salary needed in Evansville to match your Toledo lifestyle

Based on the 1% cost of living decrease between the two cities.

Your salary in ToledoEquivalent in Evansville
$40K$39,506
$50K$49,383
$60K$59,259
$75K$74,074
$80K$79,012
$100K$98,765
$120K$118,519
$150K$148,148

Monthly budget at $75K — Toledo vs Evansville

ExpenseToledoEvansville
Monthly take-home$4,522$4,541
1BR rent$1,050$990
Groceries$357$353
Transport$58$40
Utilities$160$152
Internet$58$58
Left after essentials$2,839$2,948

Frequently asked questions

Is Evansville cheaper than Toledo?

Yes. Evansville has a cost of living index of 80 vs 81 for Toledo (100 = US average). That's about 1% cheaper.

How much will I save moving from Toledo to Evansville?

On a $75K salary, moving from Toledo to Evansville could save roughly $90/month on core expenses. That's ~$1,080/year.

What salary do I need in Evansville to match my Toledo lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Toledo, you'd need roughly $74,074/year in Evansville. This is based on the overall COL index difference between the two cities.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates at $75K. Zillow · BLS · Numbeo · For general guidance only