Moving from Toledo to Shreveport (2026)

Shreveport has a COL index of 81 vs 81 for Toledo (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 0% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$27 more/mo
on core expenses · $75K salary baseline

Key differences

COL index
8181
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,050$1,000
per month
State tax
3.5%4.3%
income tax
Take-home at $75K
$4,522$4,472
per month

Salary needed in Shreveport to match your Toledo lifestyle

Based on the 0% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in ToledoEquivalent in Shreveport
$40K$40,000
$50K$50,000
$60K$60,000
$75K$75,000
$80K$80,000
$100K$100,000
$120K$120,000
$150K$150,000

Monthly budget at $75K — Toledo vs Shreveport

ExpenseToledoShreveport
Monthly take-home$4,522$4,472
1BR rent$1,050$1,000
Groceries$357$353
Transport$58$40
Utilities$160$205
Internet$58$58
Left after essentials$2,839$2,816

Frequently asked questions

Is Shreveport cheaper than Toledo?

No. Shreveport has a cost of living index of 81 vs 81 for Toledo (100 = US average). That's about 0% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from Toledo to Shreveport?

On a $75K salary, moving from Toledo to Shreveport could save roughly $27/month on core expenses. That's ~$324/year.

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

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Toledo, you'd need roughly $75,000/year in Shreveport. 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