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Jobs and Salaries in Toledo, OH

Estimated salaries for 70 common jobs in Toledo, with cost-of-living adjusted figures (0.88× US national average).

Working in Toledo

Toledo, Ohio has a cost-of-living index of 0.88× US national average — meaning typical wages adjust accordingly. Salaries shown above represent the population median for each role; entry-level positions often pay 25–35% below median, and senior or specialized roles can earn 40–60%+ more.

Top earners in Toledo cluster in: Anesthesiologist, Surgeon, Psychiatrist. These tend to require advanced credentials or significant experience, but they also drive competition for talent — meaning recruiters in these fields are often willing to negotiate above-median offers.

Real take-home pay in Toledo

The salaries above are gross — before federal income tax (~14% effective at typical incomes), FICA (7.65%), Ohio state tax (varies), and any city local tax. For a precise after-tax calculation in Toledo, use our Toledo Paycheck Calculator with your specific filing status, 401(k), and deductions.

Compare with other cities

Considering relocating? Use our Toledo cost of living comparison to see how Toledo stacks up against 49 other US metros. Higher-cost cities pay more nominal salary but cost-of-living often offsets the gain — sometimes a lower-COL city delivers better real purchasing power.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the highest-paying job in Toledo?
Based on our cost-of-living-adjusted estimates, Anesthesiologists earn the most among the 70 roles we track in Toledo — approximately $308,000/year. Top 5: Anesthesiologist ($308,000); Surgeon ($246,400); Psychiatrist ($220,000); Physician (Doctor) ($202,400); Investment Banker ($176,000).
What's a typical professional salary in Toledo?
For a representative mid-tier role like Data Analyst, the estimated median in Toledo is approximately $73,900/year — about 12.0% below the US national equivalent. Real salaries vary significantly by experience, employer, and specific role.
How accurate are these salary estimates?
These are population-level estimates: US BLS national medians × Toledo's cost-of-living multiplier from BEA Regional Price Parities. Real wages vary 30%+ by experience, employer, and specific specialization. Cross-reference with Glassdoor, Levels.fyi, and BLS OEWS for your specific role.
Is Toledo a good place to work?
Depends on the role and your priorities. Toledo ranks higher for jobs in industries concentrated locally, and lower-COL cities often deliver better real purchasing power than nominal-pay-leading metros. See our Toledo cost of living page for context.
What about taxes in Toledo?
Federal tax + FICA apply nationwide. Ohio state tax depends on the state's structure. Some major metros (NYC, Philadelphia, Detroit, Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Baltimore, etc.) also levy a city income tax which reduces take-home further. Use our paycheck calculator for the city-specific calculation.