Toledo, OH
TOLEDO, OHIO: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 11.27.20)
AGE IN TOLEDO, OHIO
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 21,565 | 7.8% |
| 25 to 29 years | 25,266 | 9.2% |
| 30 to 34 years | 20,384 | 7.4% |
| 35 to 39 years | 17,444 | 6.3% |
| 40 to 44 years | 14,303 | 5.2% |
| 45 to 49 years | 15,612 | 5.7% |
| 50 to 54 years | 15,786 | 5.7% |
| 55 to 59 years | 18,796 | 6.8% |
| 60 to 64 years | 15,657 | 5.7% |
| 65 to 69 years | 15,090 | 5.5% |
| 70 to 74 years | 7,622 | 2.8% |
| 75 to 79 years | 5,435 | 2.0% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5,525 | 2.0% |
| 85+ years | 4,942 | 1.8% |
The median age in Toledo is 34.6 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN TOLEDO, OHIO
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 168,318 | 61.2% |
| Black or African American | 75,931 | 27.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1,093 | 0.4% |
| Asian | 2,873 | 1.0% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 390 | 0.1% |
| Other | 7,602 | 2.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN TOLEDO, OHIO
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 5,809 | 3.2% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 17,207 | 9.5% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 62,512 | 34.4% |
| Some college, no degree | 48,842 | 26.9% |
| Associate’s degree | 16,767 | 9.2% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 20,556 | 11.3% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 10,169 | 5.6% |
| High school graduate or higher | 158,846 | 87.3% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 30,725 | 16.9% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 151,137 | 83.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN TOLEDO, OHIO
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 13.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 14.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 13.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 8.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1.4% |
| $200,000 or more | 0.7% |
Median household income: $35,866
Mean household income: $47,313
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN TOLEDO, OHIO
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $18,444 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $26,079 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $31,007 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $41,500 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $52,065 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN TOLEDO, OHIO
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 221,533 | NA |
| Never married | 101,682 | 45.9% |
| Now married (except separated) | 73,203 | 33.0% |
| Separated | 4,897 | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 11,655 | 5.3% |
| Divorced | 30,096 | 13.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN TOLEDO, OHIO
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 67,123 | 25.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN TOLEDO, OHIO
| Owner-occupied housing units | 60,476 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 57,388 |
| Single-family detached units | 89,585 |
| Homeownership rate | 51.3% |
| Vacancy rate | 14.7% |
| Renters rate | 48.7% |
| Average housing value | $96,419 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/mortgage) | $652 |
| Average rent | $561 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN TOLEDO, OHIO
| Average income | $50,132 |
| Average household size | 2.3 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 61.7% |
| Percent disabled | 17.2% |
| Percent with health coverage | 92.4% |
| Average travel time to work | 20.2 minutes |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 2.5% |
| Percent veterans | 6.7% |
| Percent foreign born | 3.7% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 0.9% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN TOLEDO, OHIO
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $45,544.33 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $337.49 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $198.63 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $62.29 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $27.85 |
| Apparel & services | $1,313.03 |
| Men’s apparel | $251.20 |
| Women’s apparel | $436.90 |
| Children’s apparel | $202.33 |
| Boys’ apparel | $70.21 |
| Girls’ apparel | $76.70 |
| Footwear | $301.78 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,250.84 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $228.22 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $699.31 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,039.09 |
| Education | $922.28 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $1,974.97 |
| Club membership fees | $128.50 |
| Dating services | $0.55 |
| Pet food | $165.21 |
| Pet services | $36.44 |
| Food consumed at home | $3,240.64 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $426.80 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $332.75 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $618.18 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $719.05 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $326.45 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,143.87 |
| Health care | $3,738.87 |
| Medical services | $670.31 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $91.61 |
| Household Services | $1,225.36 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $51.10 |
| Lawn and garden services | $264.75 |
| Housekeeping services | $92.81 |
| PC repair | $4.16 |
| Housing | $14,269.22 |
| Home improvements | $1,463.12 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,149.28 |
| Phone services | $1,128.42 |
| Water | $443.94 |
| Life and other insurance | $278.90 |
| Pensions and social security | $4,678.09 |
| Personal care products and services | $544.04 |
| Hair care products | $66.63 |
| Personal care products | $226.21 |
| Local transportation | $5,425.81 |
| Gasoline | $1,414.59 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $730.10 |
| Travel | $1,256.86 |
| Airline fares | $295.65 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $14.89 |
| Lodging on trips | $345.69 |
| Food and drink on trips | $305.50 |
| Entertainment on trips | $109.44 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN LUCAS COUNTY (home to TOLEDO, OHIO)
| % with any debt in collections | 36% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,655 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 15% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $430 |
| % with student loan debt | 22% |
| Average student loan debt | $19,296 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $169 |
| % with auto debt | 32% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN TOLEDO, OHIO
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 8,407 | 6.6% |
| February 2019 | 6,930 | 5.4% |
| March 2019 | 6,505 | 5.1% |
| April 2019 | 5,531 | 4.4% |
| May 2019 | 8,434 | 6.5% |
| June 2019 | 6,519 | 5.1% |
| July 2019 | 6,905 | 5.4% |
| August 2019 | 6,561 | 5.1% |
| September 2019 | 6,011 | 4.7% |
| October 2019 | 6,051 | 4.7% |
| November 2019 | 5,895 | 4.6% |
| December 2019 | 5,903 | 4.6% |
| January 2020 | 7,845 | 6.2% |
| February 2020 | 7,025 | 5.5% |
| March 2020 | 7,922 | 6.2% |
| April 2020 | 35,340 | 26.2% |
| May 2020 | 30,319 | 22.1% |
| June 2020 | 20,732 | 15.5% |
| July 2020 | 16,143 | 12.7% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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