Moving from College Station, TX to Toledo, OH

A move from College Station, TX to Toledo, OH covers 1227 mi and around 22h 35m of driving through 6 state(s). At this range plan for a two- or three-day drive, a hauler or PODS container for household goods, and a noticeable shift in weather, tax jurisdiction, and housing market. The sections below pull the current BEA, Census, Zillow, BLS, and NOAA figures into one view.

1227 mi Β· 22h 35m by car Β· OH β†’ IN β†’ IL β†’ MO β†’ AR β†’ TX

COL +0.6% Home values -62.9% Ξ” -18.0Β°F annual

Distance & route

Driving
1227 mi
Drive time
22h 35m
States
6
Fuel (25 mpg)
49 gal
Route throughOH β†’ IN β†’ IL β†’ MO β†’ AR β†’ TX
Primary highwaysI 57, I 70, I 30
Major cities en routeFort Wayne, Memphis, Little Rock, Tyler

Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.

Cost of living

College StationToledoU.S. avg
All items (RPP)90.95191.455100.0
Rents84.3996.285100.0
Goods93.75793.628100.0
Services75.08867.317100.0

Overall cost of living in Toledo and College Station is within Β±5% on the BEA Regional Price Parity (2024) β€” plan your budget on category-level differences instead.

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.

Housing prices

College Station β€” typical home
$349,041
Toledo β€” typical home
$129,627
College Station β€” typical rent
$1,696/mo
Toledo β€” typical rent
$1,092/mo

Typical home value in Toledo is 0.6% below College Station β€” $349,041 vs $129,627 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03).

YoY change: College Station +0.5%, Toledo +5.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

1991–2020 normalsCollege StationToledo
Annual avg temperature69Β°F51Β°F
January avg low41Β°F20Β°F
July avg high95Β°F85Β°F
Annual snowfallβ€”β€”
Annual precipitation41.8"32.4"

Toledo runs 18.0Β°F colder on the annual average (69.4Β°F vs 51.4Β°F) β€” expect a noticeably different year.

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: COLLEGE STN, TX US, TOLEDO METCALF FLD, OH US).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023College StationToledo
Population122,280268,461
Median household income$51,776$47,532
Median age22.935.7
Bachelor's degree or higher29.5%13.7%
Avg household size2.742.27

Median household income in Toledo is 0.6% below College Station ($51,776 β†’ $47,532, ACS 2023).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.

Jobs & wages

College Station MSA β€” median wage
$42,710
Toledo MSA β€” median wage
$45,740
College Station MSA β€” employment
128,840
Toledo MSA β€” employment
290,070

Top occupations in Toledo MSA

OccupationEmploymentMedian wage
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 33,160 $39,900
Production Occupations 31,420 $45,220
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 30,850 $41,570
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 27,870 $28,590
Sales and Related Occupations 22,710 $32,930

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.

Moving between Texas and Ohio

Texas income tax
no state income tax
Ohio income tax
3.5% top marginal

State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Ohio's DMV for the current deadline to transfer driver license and vehicle registration after establishing residency. Consult a tax professional for your specific filing situation β€” state tax treatment depends on residency, sourcing, and reciprocity agreements.

Best time to move

Moving companies typically charge 20–30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.

To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.

Packing & arrival checklist

  • You are moving to a noticeably colder climate (18.0Β°F lower annual average). Thermal layers, insulated boots, and a heavier winter coat should ride in the car, not the truck.
  • Arrange utility connection (power, internet, gas, water) two weeks ahead of move-in.
  • Update mailing address with USPS change-of-address within the first week post-move.
  • Register to vote in Ohio after establishing residency.

Frequently asked

How does household income compare in College Station vs Toledo?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $47,532 in Toledo vs $51,776 in College Station β€” a 8.2% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

When is the best time to move from College Station to Toledo?

Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1227 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β€” see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.

How much do homes cost in Toledo compared to College Station?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $129,627 in Toledo vs $349,041 in College Station β€” a 62.9% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

How far is Toledo, OH from College Station, TX?

The driving distance is 1227 mi and the route typically takes 22h 35m via I 57 and I 70. The trip crosses 6 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

Is Toledo more expensive than College Station?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Toledo is 0.6% higher than College Station (91.455 vs 90.951, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.

How does the job market in Toledo compare to College Station?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $45,740 in the Toledo MSA vs $42,710 in the College Station MSA, on total employment of 290,070 and 128,840 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.

Plan the move

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City profiles: College Station, TX Β· Toledo, OH.

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