Toledo, IA

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.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,079 Population 904/sq mi density
$56,719 Median Income $27,403 per capita
$124,000 Home Value $168,185 Zillow
$958 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
398 Violent Crime/100K 2,034 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$56,719 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $958/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
398 violent crimes/100K (5% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,719
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,000
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 398/100K
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $958
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

How Toledo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,079
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density904/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,719
Per Capita$27,403
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$1,654M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$958
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,185

Crime

F
Violent398/100K
Property2,034/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault354/100K
Burglary354/100K

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Elevation869 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Toledo a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Toledo has a population of 2,079 with a density of 904 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.1%), with 8.7% Hispanic, 3.3% Black.

Population

2,079
Total Population
904
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Toledo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Toledo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toledo is $56,719, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Toledo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,719
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,403
Avg Weekly Wage$1,108
IRS Avg AGI$77,315

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% above US avg
Establishments (County)699
County GDP$1,654M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare62
Retail80
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,683
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Toledo is $124,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,185.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,185

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,683
34% above US avg
Effective Rate3.78%
In Toledo, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Toledo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death6,568/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access70.8%
Healthcare Facilities62
Toledo has a violent crime rate of 398 per 100,000 residents, 5% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,034 per 100,000 (4% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Toledo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent397.9/100K
5% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape44.2/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault353.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,033.6/100K
4% above US avg
Burglary353.7/100K
Theft1,503.1/100K
Vehicle Theft176.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Toledo has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall31.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density904/sq mi
Coordinates41.9902°N, 92.5803°W
County FIPS19157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density904/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants47
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Work from Home1.5%

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