($1,200) Movers From Charleston, WV to Toledo, OH

What to know before moving from Charleston to Toledo

Moving from Charleston to Toledo comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Toledo is generally more expensive than Charleston, 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 3% higher than in Charleston, which means you’ll have less 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 22.6% lower than in Charleston.
• Income in Toledo is 6.4% higher than in Charleston, 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 18.1% higher than in Charleston. 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 27.9% higher than in Charleston.
• The unemployment rate in Toledo is 8.06% higher than in Charleston.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Toledo, since the city’s sales taxes in Toledo are 4.29% higher than in Charleston.
• One perk of moving to Toledo is paying less in state income taxes, which are 46.15% lower than in Charleston.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,544.22 in Toledo to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Charleston.

How life is different in Charleston vs. Toledo

• The population of Toledo is about 464% greater than Charleston, 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 Charleston, based on public transportation ratings. Toledo has a transit score of 3 out of 10 compared to 2 in Charleston. 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 Charleston. Toledo is considered more walkable than Charleston, with a score of 46 out of 100 versus 33 out of 100 in Charleston. 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 Charleston 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 Charleston is rated as 28 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Toledo is higher than in Charleston, 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 53.94 in Charleston. 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 Charleston, whose index is Charleston's 46.06. 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 Charleston 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 Charleston 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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