Moving from Dayton, OH to Toledo, OH
Moving from Dayton, OH to Toledo, OH covers 149 mi and about 2h 47m by car through 1 state(s). That is far enough that housing, cost-of-living, climate, and job market can all move meaningfully — the sections below pull current figures from BEA, Zillow, the Census Bureau, BLS, and NOAA to map exactly where the differences fall.
149 mi · 2h 47m by car · OH
Distance & route
| Route through | OH |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 75, SR 51 |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Dayton | Toledo | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 92.694 | 91.455 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 95.388 | 96.285 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 93.628 | 93.628 | 100.0 |
| Services | 72.712 | 67.317 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living in Toledo and Dayton is within ±5% on the BEA Regional Price Parity (2024) — plan your budget on category-level differences instead.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home value in Toledo is 1.3% below Dayton ($129,627 vs $136,592 on Zillow ZHVI, 2026-03).
YoY change: Dayton +1.4%, Toledo +5.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Dayton | Toledo |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 53°F | 51°F |
| January avg low | 20°F | 20°F |
| July avg high | 87°F | 85°F |
| Annual snowfall | 12.3" | — |
| Annual precipitation | 41.7" | 32.4" |
Annual average temperatures in Dayton (53.3°F) and Toledo (51.4°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: DAYTON MCD, OH US, TOLEDO METCALF FLD, OH US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Dayton | Toledo |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 136,741 | 268,461 |
| Median household income | $43,454 | $47,532 |
| Median age | 34.2 | 35.7 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 12.9% | 13.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.36 | 2.27 |
Median household income in Toledo is 1.3% above Dayton ($43,454 → $47,532, ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Toledo MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median 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.
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.
Frequently asked
How far is Toledo, OH from Dayton, OH?
The driving distance is 149 mi and the route typically takes 2h 47m via I 75 and SR 51. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does household income compare in Dayton vs Toledo?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $47,532 in Toledo vs $43,454 in Dayton — a 9.4% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
When is the best time to move from Dayton 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 149 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How much do homes cost in Toledo compared to Dayton?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $129,627 in Toledo vs $136,592 in Dayton — a 5.1% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
Is Toledo more expensive than Dayton?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Toledo is 1.3% lower than Dayton (91.455 vs 92.694, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
Plan the move
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City profiles: Dayton, OH · Toledo, OH.