Median Income
$55,139
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$302,300
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,101
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.3%
9% lower than US avg
How Toledo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population529
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density1,356/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans3.2%
Economy
B
Median Income$55,139
Per Capita$38,215
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$7,231M
Commute29 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$302,300
Rent$1,101
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$491,968
Rent Burden24.8%
Health
Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Elevation212 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute29 min
Broadband80.4%
Libraries6
Is Toledo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Toledo receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Toledo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Toledo is $55,139, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Toledo is $302,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,101 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Toledo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Toledo has a population of 529 with a density of 1,356 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.1%), with 7.4% Hispanic.
Population
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Toledo is $55,139, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,139 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,215 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,300 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,507 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,712 |
| County GDP | $7,231M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 230 |
| Healthcare | 246 |
| Retail | 326 |
| Manufacturing | 120 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,997 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.65% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 62.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.6% |
The median home value in Toledo is $302,300, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,101 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $491,968.
Home Values
| Census Median | $302,300 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $491,968 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,101 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 24.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,997 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.65% |
In Toledo, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Toledo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.4% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,701/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 246 |
Crime Rates: Toledo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Toledo has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 212 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,356/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4447°N, 122.8522°W |
| County FIPS | 53015 |