Toledo, OH

Toledo, OH

Updated May 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$50K

Median Price

8/100

Walk Score

6.9/10

Schools

999 min

to Cleveland, OH

Score Breakdown

FWalkability
8/100
FCommute
15/100
FSafety
18/100
FQuietness
30/100
C+Schools
69/100
BAffordability
78/100
WYLT Score36/100

Our Take

Toledo’s housing is cheap, but the neighborhood has a lot of challenges: very low median income, high unemployment, poor walkability and a rough crime profile. It might suit someone with a tight budget, but if safety or convenience matters more, look elsewhere.

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The Good

  • Very affordable homes and rents
  • Relatively decent public schools with several high-rated options
  • Diverse cultural mix and community events
  • Strong manufacturing and industrial job base

Real Talk

  • !Median income ($16,651) is below national average and barely covers housing costs
  • !Walk score of 8 means almost all errands require a car, limiting convenience
  • !Crime rates are high, especially violent crime, which impacts safety
  • !Unemployment is high at 667 (over 16% of labor force)
  • $Higher insurance premiums due to crime risk
  • $Utility costs may be higher than average for industrial area
  • $Potential for higher property maintenance costs in older homes

Best For

budget buyersfirst-time homebuyerssingle professionalsrenters

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh

Crime & Safety

Toledo, OH

F

Safety grade

Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High
9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

149% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
High
38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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