Iowa
Toledo is a small town in Iowa with a population of 2,079. Residents earn $56,719 per year, which is 25% below the national average.
Based on current data, Toledo receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Toledo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Toledo is $56,719, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Toledo is $124,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 398 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,034 per 100,000, near the national average.
16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Toledo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 31.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 92.2% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.8% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,719 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,403 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,108 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,315 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.7% |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 699 |
| County GDP | $1,654M |
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Healthcare | 62 |
| Retail | 80 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,683 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.78% |
| Commute Time | 20.8 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
| Census Median | $124,000 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $168,185 |
| Census Median Rent | $958 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,683 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.78% |
| Obesity | 41.9% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.8% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,568/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 62 |
| Total Violent | 397.9/100K |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 44.2/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 353.7/100K |
| Total Property | 2,033.6/100K |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 353.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,503.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 176.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.2 inches |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 31.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 904/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9902°N, 92.5803°W |
| County FIPS | 19157 |
Winner: Republican by 17 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.7% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.73 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 904/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.3 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 62 |
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Retail Stores | 80 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 20.8 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |