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Akron, OH vs Toledo, OH
Akron, OH vs Toledo, OH: What the data shows
Akron, OH is in Akron, OH while Toledo, OH is in Toledo, OH — both in the same state. On home prices, Toledo, OH is the more affordable option at $50,400 median — $399,600 less than Akron, OH's $450,000. WYLT rates Akron, OH as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Toledo, OH as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Akron, OH has the stronger safety profile of the two. Akron, OH has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Toledo, OH has High violent crime and High property crime. On environmental risk, Akron, OH has Low flood risk and Toledo, OH has Low flood risk.
Akron, OH is the more walkable neighborhood. Akron, OH scores 63/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Toledo, OH's 8/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Toledo, OH has the higher school rating — Akron, OH rates 6.3/10 and Toledo, OH rates 6.9/10.
| Category | Akron, OH | Toledo, OH |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $450K | $50K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $708 | $478 ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $16K | $17K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | High | High |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 63/100 ✓ More walkable | 8/100 |
| Transit Score | 33/100 ✓ Better transit | 28/100 |
| Bike Score | 62/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | N/A | 999 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ ✓ Safer | F |
| Violent Crime | Moderate ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Property Crime | Moderate ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.3/10 | 6.9/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | RentersStudentsYoung professionals | budget buyersfirst-time homebuyerssingle professionals |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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