Moving from St. Louis, MO to Toledo, OH
Moving from St. Louis, MO to Toledo, OH covers 467 mi and about 8h 56m by car through 4 state(s). That is far enough that housing, cost-of-living, climate, and job market can all move meaningfully β the sections below pull current figures from BEA, Zillow, the Census Bureau, BLS, and NOAA to map exactly where the differences fall.
467 mi Β· 8h 56m by car Β· MO β IL β IN β OH
Distance & route
| Route through | MO β IL β IN β OH |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 70, I 69, US 24 |
| Major cities en route | Fort Wayne |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| St. Louis | Toledo | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 95.088 | 91.455 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 69.921 | 96.285 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 99.996 | 93.628 | 100.0 |
| Services | 79.024 | 67.317 | 100.0 |
Cost-of-living overlap: BEA RPP for St. Louis (95.088) and Toledo (91.455) are within a few points of each other.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
YoY change: St. Louis β, Toledo +5.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | St. Louis | Toledo |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 58Β°F | 51Β°F |
| January avg low | 25Β°F | 20Β°F |
| July avg high | 90Β°F | 85Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | β |
| Annual precipitation | 43.9" | 32.4" |
Toledo is 6.6Β°F cooler on the annual average (58.0Β°F vs 51.4Β°F, NOAA 1991β2020).
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: ST LOUIS SCI CTR, MO US, TOLEDO METCALF FLD, OH US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | St. Louis | Toledo |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 293,109 | 268,461 |
| Median household income | $55,279 | $47,532 |
| Median age | 36.6 | 35.7 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 22% | 13.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.03 | 2.27 |
Median household income in Toledo is 3.8% below St. Louis ($55,279 β $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.
Moving between Missouri and Ohio
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 20β30% 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
When is the best time to move from St. Louis to Toledo?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 467 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does the job market in Toledo compare to St. Louis?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $45,740 in the Toledo MSA vs $47,490 in the St. Louis MSA, on total employment of 290,070 and 1,325,480 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
Is Toledo more expensive than St. Louis?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Toledo is 3.8% lower than St. Louis (91.455 vs 95.088, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does household income compare in St. Louis vs Toledo?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $47,532 in Toledo vs $55,279 in St. Louis β a 14.0% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How far is Toledo, OH from St. Louis, MO?
The driving distance is 467 mi and the route typically takes 8h 56m via I 70 and I 69. The trip crosses 4 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Plan the move
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City profiles: St. Louis, MO Β· Toledo, OH.