($1,583) Movers From Portland, ME to Toledo, OH

What to know before moving from Portland to Toledo

Moving from Portland to Toledo means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Portland than in Toledo, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Portland compares to Toledo so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Toledo are 55% lower than in Portland, which means you’ll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Toledo.
  Home prices in Toledo are 78.0% lower than in Portland.
• Income in Toledo is 1.6% lower than in Portland, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Toledo include Faurecia Exhaust Systems, Marco's Pizza, and HCR ManorCare.
• The cost of living for a single person in Toledo is 26.5% lower than in Portland. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Toledo is 18.5% lower than in Portland.
• The unemployment rate in Toledo is 28.85% higher than in Portland.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Toledo, since the city’s sales taxes in Toledo are 32.73% higher than in Portland.
• One perk of moving to Toledo is paying less in state income taxes, which are 39.66% lower than in Portland.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,203.93 in Toledo to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Portland.

How life is different in Portland vs. Toledo

• The population of Toledo is about 296% greater than Portland, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Getting around Toledo without a car might be more difficult than in Portland. Toledo has a public transportation score of 3 out of 10, whereas Portland is ranked 6. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Toledo neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Portland. Based on its score of 46 out of 100, Toledo isn’t as walkable as Portland, which has a score of 62 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Toledo, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Portland. While Portland has a bike-friendliness score of 68 out of 100, Toledo earned a 46. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in Toledo is higher than in Portland, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 67.44 in Toledo, it is 32.16 in Portland. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Toledo. With a crime index of 32.56, Toledo ranks lower in overall safety than Portland, whose index is Portland's 67.84. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Toledo and Portland is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Portland vs. Toledo move

• Weather: Toledo has four very distinct seasons. This means that in the wintertime, you should prepare for snow and in the summer it's usually warm.
• HOA rules: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• State licensing: Although a local license is not required in Ohio, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Ohio moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Ohio doesn\’t require moving permits, but it\’s still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You’ll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to Toledo. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.Opt for cost-free Released Value Protection from movers, offering minimal coverage with a maximum liability of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Where to live in Toledo

Ready to relocate to "Frog Town"? Here are some of the top neighborhoods to consider in Toledo.

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