Moving from Round Rock, TX to Toledo, OH

A move from Round Rock, TX to Toledo, OH covers 1299 mi and around 23h 18m 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.

1299 mi Β· 23h 18m by car Β· OH β†’ IN β†’ IL β†’ MO β†’ AR β†’ TX

COL -6.7% Home values -68.2%

Distance & route

Driving
1299 mi
Drive time
23h 18m
States
6
Fuel (25 mpg)
52 gal
Route throughOH β†’ IN β†’ IL β†’ MO β†’ AR β†’ TX
Primary highwaysI 30, US 70, I 57
Major cities en routeFort Wayne, Memphis, Little Rock, Garland, Plano

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

Cost of living

Round RockToledoU.S. avg
All items (RPP)98.06691.455100.0
Rents82.04496.285100.0
Goods93.75793.628100.0
Services120.36167.317100.0

Overall prices in Toledo are 6.7% below Round Rock β€” a mid-sized gap that shows up mostly in rent and services.

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

Housing prices

Round Rock β€” typical home
$407,077
Toledo β€” typical home
$129,627
Round Rock β€” typical rent
$1,589/mo
Toledo β€” typical rent
$1,092/mo

Housing gap is large: Toledo typical home at $129,627 is 6.7% under Round Rock at $407,077 (Zillow, 2026-03).

YoY change: Round Rock -5.9%, Toledo +5.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

Climate normals not available (no NOAA station within range for one city).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023Round RockToledo
Population124,288268,461
Median household income$97,187$47,532
Median age36.235.7
Bachelor's degree or higher28.1%13.7%
Avg household size2.662.27

Median household income in Toledo is 6.7% below Round Rock ($97,187 vs $47,532, ACS 5-year 2023).

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

Jobs & wages

Round Rock MSA β€” median wage
$50,070
Toledo MSA β€” median wage
$45,740
Round Rock MSA β€” employment
1,235,440
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.

Frequently asked

How far is Toledo, OH from Round Rock, TX?

The driving distance is 1299 mi and the route typically takes 23h 18m via I 30 and US 70. The trip crosses 6 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

How does household income compare in Round Rock vs Toledo?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $47,532 in Toledo vs $97,187 in Round Rock β€” a 51.1% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

When is the best time to move from Round Rock 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 1299 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 Round Rock?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $129,627 in Toledo vs $407,077 in Round Rock β€” a 68.2% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

How does the job market in Toledo compare to Round Rock?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $45,740 in the Toledo MSA vs $50,070 in the Round Rock MSA, on total employment of 290,070 and 1,235,440 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.

Is Toledo more expensive than Round Rock?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Toledo is 6.7% lower than Round Rock (91.455 vs 98.066, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.

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City profiles: Round Rock, TX Β· Toledo, OH.

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