Considerations when moving from Toledo to Akron

Cost of living: Toledo vs. Akron

Toledo Akron
Average rent cost $900 $950
Average home value $118,985 $121,327
Average income (per capita) $63,136 $61,971
Cost of living (single person) $1,830 $1,543
Cost of living (family of 4) $4,938 $4,120
Unemployment rate 6.7% 6.9%
  • Rent prices in Akron are 6% higher than in Toledo.
  • Home prices in Akron are 2.0% higher than in Toledo.
  • Income in Akron is 1.8% lower than in Toledo.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Akron is 15.7% lower than in Toledo.
  • The cost of living for a family in Akron is 16.6% lower than in Toledo.
  • The unemployment rate in Akron is 2.99% higher than in Toledo.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,529.51 in Akron to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Toledo.

How life is different in Toledo vs. Akron

Akron Toledo
Population 190,469 270,871
Political leaning Democratic 54-44 Republican 55-45
Summer high 83ยบF 85ยบF
Winter low 20ยบF 19ยบF
Annual rain 38" 34"
Annual snow 42" 31"
Crime index 5.0 67.44
  • The population of Akron is approximately 30% lower than the population of Toledo.
  • In the last presidential election, Akron voted Democratic and Toledo voted Republican.
  • The average high in the summertime in Akron is 83ยบF and in Toledo, itโ€™s 85ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Akron reaches the temperature of 20ยบF and Toledo gets down to 19ยบF.
  • You can expect about 38 inches of annual rainfall in Akron vs 34 inches of rainfall in Toledo.
  • In Akron, it snows about 42 inches annually vs 31 inches of snow in Toledo.
  • Akron has a lower crime rate than Toledo with a crime index of 67.44 vs 5.0.

Things to do in Akron

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Akron has plenty to offer:

Museums in Akrontoggle

  • Akron Art Museum
  • Akron Children's Museum
  • Nativity Museum and replica of Bethlehem's cave

Parks in Akrontoggle

  • F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
  • Portage Lakes State Park
  • Cascade Valley Park
  • Springfield Lake Park

Sports Teams in Akrontoggle

  • Akron RubberDucks (Baseball-Eastern League)
  • Akron Zips (MAC)

Universities in Akrontoggle

  • University of Akron Main Campus
  • Herzing University Akron Campus
  • Brown Mackie College Akron
  • Ohio College of Massotherapy Inc

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Toledo to Akron?toggle

To ship furniture from Toledo to Akron with a mover will cost between $749 and $2,955. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,410โ€“$4,068, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Toledo to Akron will cost from $1,923โ€“$5,421.

How much are moving container companies from Toledo to Akron?toggle

Moving containers from Toledo to Akron will cost you $625 to $1,465 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,119 to $2,046. A larger home will cost $1,468 to $2,359.

How much is a moving truck from Toledo to Akron?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $174 to $269. A larger move will cost $188 to $334, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Toledo to Akron costs from $224 to $359.

How far in advance should I book Toledo-to-Akron movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Toledo to Akron at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Toledo-to-Akron movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Akron?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Akron is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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