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What to know before moving from Sioux Falls to Toledo

Moving from Sioux Falls to Toledo comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Toledo is generally more expensive than Sioux Falls, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Toledo are 18% lower than in Sioux Falls, 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 62.7% lower than in Sioux Falls.
• Income in Toledo is 7.9% higher than in Sioux Falls, 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.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Toledo, since the cost of living for a single person in Toledo is 3.4% higher than in Sioux Falls. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Toledo, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Toledo is 8.7% higher than in Sioux Falls.
• The unemployment rate in Toledo is 109.38% higher than in Sioux Falls.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Toledo, since the city’s sales taxes in Toledo are 12.31% higher than in Sioux Falls.
• State income taxes in Toledo are 3.50% higher than in Sioux Falls.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,101.69 in Toledo to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Sioux Falls.

How life is different in Sioux Falls vs. Toledo

• The population of Toledo is about 34% greater than Sioux Falls, 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 Sioux Falls, based on public transportation ratings. Toledo has a transit score of 3 out of 10 compared to 2 in Sioux Falls. 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 Sioux Falls. Toledo is considered more walkable than Sioux Falls, with a score of 46 out of 100 versus 38 out of 100 in Sioux Falls. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• Toledo and Sioux Falls are similarly bike-friendly based on their rating of 46. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• The crime rate in Toledo is higher than in Sioux Falls, 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 42.83 in Sioux Falls. 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 Sioux Falls, whose index is Sioux Falls's 57.17. 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 Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls 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: It’s a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it’s a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• 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. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Ohio, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Ohio doesn’t mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Toledo without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. 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 gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Toledo

With your sights set on "Frog Town", these are some of the most popular neighborhoods to consider in Toledo.

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