($1,526) Movers From Mesa, AZ to Toledo, OH

What to know before moving from Mesa to Toledo

• Rent prices in Toledo are 50% lower than in Mesa.
• Home prices in Toledo are 72.5% lower than in Mesa.
• Income in Toledo is 2.2% lower than in Mesa.
• The cost of living for a single person in Toledo is 24.3% lower than in Mesa.
• The cost of living for a family in Toledo is 11.3% lower than in Mesa.
• The unemployment rate in Toledo is 9.84% higher than in Mesa.
• Sales taxes in Toledo are 12.05% lower than in Mesa.
• State income taxes in Toledo are 40.00% higher than in Mesa.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,272.35 in Toledo to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Mesa.

How life is different in Mesa vs. Toledo

• Toledo's population is about 46% less than Mesa.
• Toledo's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Mesa's lower score of 4.
• Toledo is more walkable than Mesa with a score of 46 out of 100 vs Mesa's 38 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 Mesa, which has a score of 60 out of 100.
• Toledo's crime rate is higher than Mesa with a score of 67.44 compared to Mesa's 44.67. This means that Toledo neighborhoods are safer than 67.44% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Mesa neighborhoods are safer than 44.67%.
• Toledo is considered to be less safe than Mesa with a score of 32.56 vs Mesa's 55.33.
• Air quality in Toledo is good, and in Mesa it's good.

Other things to consider for your Mesa 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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