Where is Toledo, Ohio

Toledo is located in the northern part of the state of Ohio United States of America. It is the fourth most populous city of the state Ohio.

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About Toledo City

Toledo is the fourth-most-populous city in the U.S. state of Ohio, and is the county seat of Lucas County. With an estimate population of 272,779 in 2019 data. Toledo the 71st-largest city in the United States and a major Midwestern United States port city. It covers and area of 83.83 sq mi (217.13 sq km).

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Toledo, Ohio Quick Facts

FactDetails
CityToledo
CountyLucas County
StateOhio
State CapitalColumbus
US RegionMidwest
Latitude41.6528° N
Longitude83.5379° W
Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Land Area80.69 sq mi
Water Area3.84 sq mi
Total Area84.53 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)270,871
Population Density3,357 per sq mi
ZIP Codes43601, 43604, 43605, 43606, 43607, 43608, 43609, 43610, 43611, 43612, 43613, 43614, 43615, 43616, 43617, 43623
Area Code419, 567
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code39-77000
Congressional DistrictOhio 9th Congressional District

Location and Surroundings

Toledo is located in Lucas County in northwestern Ohio along the western end of Lake Erie. It lies near the Michigan border and serves as a major transportation, manufacturing, and port city in the Great Lakes region. The city is known for glass manufacturing, healthcare, education, and waterfront attractions.

Nearby Cities to Toledo, Ohio

  • Oregon, Ohio - 5 mi East
  • Maumee, Ohio - 8 mi Southwest
  • Sylvania, Ohio - 9 mi Northwest
  • Rossford, Ohio - 6 mi South
  • Perrysburg, Ohio - 10 mi South
  • Waterville, Ohio - 14 mi Southwest
  • Northwood, Ohio - 5 mi Southeast
  • Bowling Green, Ohio - 24 mi South
  • Monroe, Michigan - 21 mi North
  • Detroit, Michigan - 60 mi North

Toledo, Ohio Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January34202.3
April59393.3
July83643.5
October63452.4
Annual604234.8
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Hot-Summer Humid Continental (Dfa)
Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
Annual Sunshine Days177 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskLow hurricane risk, low to moderate tornado risk
Snowfall37 inches annually

Driving Distances from Toledo, Ohio

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
DetroitMichigan601 hr
Ann ArborMichigan5055 min
ClevelandOhio1171 hr 50 min
ColumbusOhio1452 hr 15 min
AkronOhio1352 hr 10 min
DaytonOhio1502 hr 20 min
Fort WayneIndiana1101 hr 50 min
South BendIndiana1151 hr 55 min
ChicagoIllinois2453 hr 45 min
CincinnatiOhio2103 hr 15 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Toledo, Ohio

CategoryDetails
Airport NameToledo Express Airport
IATA CodeTOL
PortPort of Toledo
Major HighwaysI-75, I-80, I-90, I-280, US 20, US 23, US 24
Train/Amtrak ServiceAvailable via Toledo Amtrak Station
Local Bus/Transit ServiceToledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA)
  • Interstate 75 - Major north-south corridor connecting Michigan, Ohio, and Florida.
  • Interstate 80/90 - Ohio Turnpike providing east-west travel across northern Ohio.
  • Interstate 280 - Bypass route serving eastern Toledo and nearby communities.
  • U.S. Route 23 - Connects Toledo with Columbus and central Ohio.
  • U.S. Route 24 - Important corridor linking Toledo with Indiana and western Ohio.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Toledo, Ohio

Landmark NameType
Toledo Museum of ArtMuseum
Toledo ZooZoo
National Museum of the Great LakesMuseum
Fifth Third FieldSports Venue
Toledo Botanical GardenBotanical Garden
Wildwood Preserve MetroparkNature Park
Imagination StationScience Museum
Toledo SpeedwayMotorsports Venue
Glass City MetroparkUrban Park
Valentine TheatreHistoric Theater

Waterbodies in Toledo, Ohio

Lake Erie, Maumee River, Ottawa River, Swan Creek, Tenmile Creek, Turtle Creek, Lake Erie Harbor, Grassy Island Bay, Cullen Park Lagoon, Duck Creek

Golf Courses in Toledo, Ohio

Inverness Club, Ottawa Park Golf Course, Heatherdowns Country Club, Stone Oak Country Club, Belmont Country Club, South Toledo Golf Club, Brandywine Country Club, Bedford Hills Golf Club, Legacy Golf Club, Eagle's Landing Golf Club

Economy and Major Employers in Toledo, Ohio

SectorMajor Employer or IndustryNotes
HealthcareProMedica and Mercy HealthMajor regional healthcare employers.
ManufacturingAutomotive and Glass ManufacturingHistoric foundation of the local economy.
Higher EducationUniversity of ToledoLeading educational and research institution.
TransportationPort and Logistics OperationsBenefits from Great Lakes shipping access.
EnergySolar and Advanced Energy ManufacturingGrowing renewable energy sector.
FinanceBanking and Business ServicesSupports regional economic activity.
RetailRetail and Consumer ServicesLarge employment sector.
GovernmentCity and County AgenciesImportant public-sector employment.

Colleges and Universities in Toledo, Ohio

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of ToledoPublicUniversityResearch, medicine, engineering, and business
Owens Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer and technical education
Mercy College of OhioPrivateCollegeHealthcare and nursing programs
Lourdes UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts and professional studies
Davis UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness and career education
Bowling Green State University FirelandsPublicUniversityRegional higher education programs

Toledo, Ohio - Key Historical Facts

  • Toledo was founded in 1833 and grew rapidly due to its strategic location on the Maumee River and Lake Erie.
  • The city was at the center of the Toledo War, a boundary dispute between Ohio and Michigan during the 1830s.
  • The completion of the Miami and Erie Canal helped establish Toledo as a major transportation hub.
  • Toledo became nationally known for its glass industry and earned the nickname "Glass City."
  • The city's port played an important role in Great Lakes shipping and industrial development.
  • Today Toledo is recognized for manufacturing, healthcare, higher education, and cultural attractions.

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