Best Akron to Toledo Movers

How Much Do Akron to Toledo Movers Cost?

Moving 139 miles from Akron, OH to Toledo, OH will typically cost between $2,000 and $4,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in Toledo that already have a booked job heading from Toledo to Akron. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Toledo from Akron entirely empty. If you can find a Toledo moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Akron to Toledo moving option

Hire local Akron movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire Toledo movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Akron to Toledo move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top Akron to Toledo movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best Akron, OH to Toledo, OH long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Akron to Toledo moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 48 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Akron and Toledo areas.

From these 48 companies, we analyzed a total of 11,750 reviews dating all the way back to January 2011.

We also reviewed a total of 13 state and federal moving licenses from these 48 companies and 241 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~11,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 579 Akron to Toledo moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like Perrysburg Moving and Hauling LLC) vs older more established companies (like MVM Moving & Storage ).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Akron to Toledo moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.62/10 avg (Akron & Toledo combined) from 5,903 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.46/10 avg (Akron & Toledo combined) from 1,752 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.71/10 avg (Akron & Toledo combined) from 929 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.60/10 avg (Akron & Toledo combined) from 1,719 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.27/10 avg (Akron & Toledo combined) from 494 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.62/10 avg (Akron & Toledo combined) from 2,262 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.01/10 avg (Akron & Toledo combined) from 3,668 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.41/10 avg (Akron & Toledo combined) from 5,845 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.51/10 avg (Akron & Toledo combined) from 3,617 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.57/10 avg (Akron & Toledo combined) from 475 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.18/10 avg (Akron & Toledo combined) from 2,691 reviews

From Akron to Toledo: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Highland Square in Akron & Old West End in Toledo are both known for their artsy scene & historic homes
• Akron's North Hill neighborhood & Toledo's West End both share historic architecture & diverse community
• If you're moving from Firestone Park, check out Westgate in the Toledo area for the suburban residential & parks
• Do you enjoy Ellet's suburban & family-friendly atmosphere? You're sure to love Point Place
• Move from Goodyear Heights to Franklin Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: wooded hills & trail access
• West Akron & Warehouse District are both known for their urban vibe & local breweries
• Akron's Merriman Valley neighborhood & Toledo's Ottawa Hills neighborhood both have canal trails & green spaces
• If you're moving from Downtown Akron, look into Downtown Toledo for the urban core & cultural venues

Pros and Cons of Moving from Akron to Toledo

ConsAkron, OH

• Higher crime rates
• Smaller cultural scene
• Fewer job opportunities
• Less diverse dining

ProsToledo, OH

• Lower crime rates
• Larger cultural offerings
• More job prospects
• Wide dining variety

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Toledo, OH

• Higher cost of living
• Less communal feel
• Fewer parks
• Fewer local events

Akron, OH

• Lower cost of living
• Tighter-knit community
• More green spaces
• Abundant local events

Pros of moving from Akron to Toledo

• Say goodbye to higher crime rates and hello to lower crime rates
• Look forward to moving away from a smaller cultural scene and moving to Toledo with larger cultural offerings
• Swap the fewer job opportunities of Akron for more job prospects in Toledo
• Get ready for a wide dining variety in Toledo

Cons of moving from Akron to Toledo

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a lower cost of living in Akron to live with a higher cost of living in Toledo
• You'll lose out on the pro of a tighter-knit community and have to settle with the con of a less communal feel
• Time to bid farewell to more green spaces and get used to fewer parks in Toledo
• Swap abundant local events for fewer local events

Akron vs. Toledo: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Akron to Toledo, you will be trading the iconic Sauerkraut Balls of Akron for the equally delicious Tony Packo's Hot Dog of Toledo. And while the locals in Akron rave about their flavorful JoJo fries with chicken and sumptuous Strickland's Frozen Custard, Toledo residents know they have tasty City Chicken and Food Truck Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Beet Burger they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Chili of Toledo. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Akron eateries like Luigi's Restaurant, Swenson's Drive-In, and Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens. After the boxes are unpacked in Toledo, don't wait too long before making your way to Toledo's acclaimed eateries like Tony Packo's Cafe, The Black Kite Coffee and Pies, and Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer.

When comparing lifestyles, Toledo shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Akron. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Toledo compared to what you are used to in Akron. Also, the overall foodie scene is more bustling in Toledo.

Discover Toledo Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Toledo is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Akron favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Crave, Lockview, and Lucca Restaurant in Akron, we're sure you'll love The Heights, The Attic on Adams, and Rosie's Italian Grille in Toledo. See our Toledo restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Akron hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Swensons Drive-In, head to Netty's Chili Dogs on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Akron and Toledo

• The Colonial Revival architecture that Akron is known for will be replaced with the Ranch architecture typical of Toledo.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Toledo is more walkable than Akron.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Toledo is more bike-friendly than Akron.
• Toledo has an equally urban feel to Akron.
• Toledo housing costs are 8% less expensive than they are in Akron with a median home price of $116,239 compared to Akron’s $126,631.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Toledo have increased by 59% compared to a 59% increase in Akron.
• Rent in Toledo is 0.46% more expensive than in Akron.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Toledo, OH

1. Old West End: Tree-lined, walkable blocks and quick access to downtown greenways and the Middlegrounds off-leash dog area make it easy to exercise pups.
2. Old Orchard: Quiet, sidewalk-rich streets near Wildwood Preserve and Ottawa Park give dogs plenty of safe walking and shaded trail options.
3. Glendale-Heatherdowns: South Toledo convenience with roomy yards and easy entry to Swan Creek Preserve Metropark's wooded paths is great for daily walks.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Akron and Toledo

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Akron to Toledo. Toledo gets 5% more sunshine days than Akron.
• Toledo has lower humidity and a similar average UV index compared to Akron.
• Say goodbye to the possible storms and snow in Akron, but be on the lookout for potential storms and snow in Toledo.
• The average summer high temperature in Toledo is 2 degrees warmer than in Akron.
• The average winter lows in Toledo are 0 degrees colder than they are in Akron.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Toledo. Toledo receives 3 fewer inches of rain compared to Akron.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Akron and Toledo

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Toledo tend to earn about 6% more than in Akron
• The COLI in Toledo is 7% lower than what you are used to living in Akron
• There is no change in state income tax between Akron and Toledo
• The affluence in Toledo is low compared to moderate affluence in Akron
• The poverty level is significant in Toledo compared to notable poverty in Akron
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Akron and moderate in Toledo