($921) Movers From Grand Rapids, MI to Toledo, OH

What to know before moving from Grand Rapids to Toledo

• Rent prices in Toledo are 46% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• Home prices in Toledo are 63.8% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• Income is the same in Toledo and Grand Rapids.
• The cost of living for a single person in Toledo is 71.1% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• The cost of living for a family in Toledo is 12.2% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• The unemployment rate in Toledo is 55.81% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• Sales taxes in Toledo are 21.67% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• State income taxes in Toledo are 17.65% lower than in Grand Rapids.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $866.88 in Toledo to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Grand Rapids.

How life is different in Grand Rapids vs. Toledo

• Toledo's population is about 36% greater than Grand Rapids.
• Toledo's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Grand Rapids's lower score of 6.
• Toledo is less walkable than Grand Rapids with a score of 46 out of 100 vs Grand Rapids's 56 out of 100.
• Toledo has a bike-friendliness score 46 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Grand Rapids, which has a score of 52 out of 100.
• Toledo's crime rate is higher than Grand Rapids with a score of 67.44 compared to Grand Rapids's 44.23. This means that Toledo neighborhoods are safer than 67.44% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Grand Rapids neighborhoods are safer than 44.23%.
• Toledo is considered to be less safe than Grand Rapids with a score of 32.56 vs Grand Rapids's 55.77.
• Air quality in Toledo is good, and in Grand Rapids it's good.

Other things to consider for your Grand Rapids 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: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• 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. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Ohio moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Ohio does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Toledo. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. 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: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Toledo

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Frog Town", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Toledo.

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