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Columbus, OH vs Toledo, OH
Columbus, OH vs Toledo, OH: What the data shows
Columbus, OH is in Columbus, 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 — $299,800 less than Columbus, OH's $350,200. WYLT rates Columbus, 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.
Columbus, OH has the stronger safety profile of the two. Columbus, OH has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Toledo, OH has High violent crime and High property crime. On environmental risk, Columbus, OH has Low flood risk and Toledo, OH has Low flood risk.
Columbus, OH is the more walkable neighborhood. Columbus, OH scores 29/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Toledo, OH's 8/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Toledo, OH has the higher school rating — Columbus, OH rates 6.6/10 and Toledo, OH rates 6.9/10.
| Category | Columbus, OH | Toledo, OH |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $350K | $50K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K | $478 ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $90K ✓ Higher income | $17K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate ✓ More stable | High |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 29/100 ✓ More walkable | 8/100 |
| Transit Score | 32/100 ✓ Better transit | 28/100 |
| Bike Score | 51/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 15 min ✓ Shorter commute | 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 | 6.6/10 | 6.9/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families looking for good schoolsCommuters to downtown ColumbusPeople who like cycling but can drive | 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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