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What to know before moving from Jackson to Toledo

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

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

• Rent prices in Toledo are 23% lower than in Jackson, 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 Jackson.
  Home prices in Toledo are 72.8% higher than in Jackson.
• Income in Toledo is 9.1% higher than in Jackson, so you could earn more 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 7.1% lower than in Jackson. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Toledo is 1.0% lower than in Jackson.
• The unemployment rate in Toledo is 12.99% lower than in Jackson.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Toledo, since the city’s sales taxes in Toledo are 8.75% lower than in Jackson.
• One perk of moving to Toledo is paying less in state income taxes, which are 25.53% lower than in Jackson.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,788.22 in Toledo to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Jackson.

How life is different in Jackson vs. Toledo

• The population of Toledo is about 76% greater than Jackson, 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.
• Toledo offers better access to buses and trains than Jackson, based on public transportation ratings. Toledo has a transit score of 3 out of 10 compared to 2 in Jackson. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Toledo means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Jackson. Toledo is considered more walkable than Jackson, with a score of 46 out of 100 versus 26 out of 100 in Jackson. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Toledo is considered more bike-friendly than Jackson in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Toledo has a bike-friendliness score of 46 out of 100, while Jackson is rated as 33 out of 100.
• Toledo has a lower crime rate than Jackson based on scores of 67.44 and Jackson's 82.38, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Toledo than in Jackson, based on Toledo’s safety index of 32.56 versus 17.62 for Jackson. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Toledo and Jackson 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 Jackson 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

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