Toledo, Ohio

Toledo: The fourth most populous city in Ohio and the center of the Toledo metropolitan area. It is located on the Maumee River in northwestern Ohio. Toledo is known for its glass industry, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Toledo Museum of Art and the Toledo Zoo.

About

Toledo is a city located in the county of Lucas in the U.S. state of Ohio. Its population at the 2010 census was 287,208 and a population density of 1,318 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 271,455 inhabitants.

The city was created 191 years ago in 1832.

Toledo is a city located in northwest Ohio with a population of around 272,000 residents. It is the fourth largest city in Ohio.

History and Origins

Toledo has a history dating back to the 1700s as a French trading post. It grew rapidly starting in the late 19th century due to manufacturing, shipping, and its strategic location along railroads.

Key historical facts:

  • Founded in 1833 and incorporated as a city in 1837
  • Became a major Great Lakes port city and railroad hub
  • Glass production drove economic growth starting in the 1880s
  • Automobile manufacturing also fueled development in the 20th century

Economy and Major Industries

Toledo has traditionally been a manufacturing stronghold, with key industries in auto, glass, solar technology, and healthcare. Some major employers include:

  • ProMedica Health System
  • Jeep and Chrysler plants
  • Owens Corning (fiberglass and composites)
  • First Solar (solar panel manufacturer)
  • Owens-Illinois (glass bottle production)

The city serves as an important commercial & distributing hub.

Attractions and Things to Do

Popular Toledo attractions include:

  • The Toledo Zoo, one of America's top rated zoos
  • Toledo Museum of Art with an impressive glass pavilion
  • Imagination Station science museum
  • National Museum of the Great Lakes
  • Huntington Center arena hosting sports teams and concerts

Toledo offers a variety of cultural institutions, parks, sporting events, festivals, and other attractions for visitors and residents.

Toledo locator map
Location of Toledo on Ohio map.

Quick Facts about Toledo

Population : 271,455 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Ohio (United States)
County : Lucas County
Different from : Toledo, Toledo
Instagram username : cityoftoledo
Twitter username : city_of_toledo
Phone Area Codes : 419
Area : 217.95 km2
Altitude : 614 feet / 187 meters
Capital city : Toledo is capital of Lucas County
Establishment : January 01, 1833 (191 years ago)
Time Zone : America/New_York
Local time : 00:44:38 (4th November 2024)
Postal code : 43604
Density : 1,245 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : -5.8% (2010-2020)
Toledo Montage collage image
Toledo Montage
Toledo Montage collage image

Geography

Toledo is located at 41°39'50"N 83°33'19"W (41.6639400, -83.5552100). It has 8 neighbors: Polan, Olias del Rey, Nambroca, Mocejon, Guadamur, Cobisa, Burguillos de Toledo and Bargas.

Toledo map

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Toledo has 8 neighbours.

Demographics

According to census records, the population of Toledo decreased by 5.8% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
1840 1,222 -
2001 69,450 98.24% register office
2002 70,893 2.04% register office
2004 73,485 3.53% register office
2005 75,533 2.71% register office
2006 77,601 2.66% register office
2007 78,618 1.29% register office
2008 80,810 2.71% register office
2009 82,291 1.8% register office
2010 287,208 71.35% census
2011 285,425 -0.62% estimation process
2012 283,185 -0.79% estimation process
2013 282,352 -0.3% estimation process
2014 280,712 -0.58% estimation process
2015 279,898 -0.29% estimation process
2016 278,897 -0.36% estimation process
2017 276,688 -0.8% estimation process
2018 274,864 -0.66% estimation process
2019 272,779 -0.76% estimation process
2020 271,455 -0.49% estimation process

Toledo zip code is 43604. County name: Lucas, County fips: 39095

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Best Things to Do in Toledo

1 Toledo Zoo

Rating: 4.6 (13583)

2 Hippo Way, Toledo, OH 43609, United States ➦ Show Map

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Toledo Zoo

2 Toledo Zoo Aquarium

Rating: 4.8 (5081)

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Toledo Zoo Aquarium

3 Toledo Museum of Art

Rating: 4.8 (4086)

2445 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43620, United States ➦ Show Map

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Toledo Museum of Art

4 Wildwood Preserve MetroPark

Rating: 4.8 (3453)

5100 Central Ave, Toledo, OH 43615, United States ➦ Show Map

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Wildwood Preserve MetroPark

5 Imagination Station

Rating: 4.7 (2191)

1 Discovery Way, Toledo, OH 43604, United States ➦ Show Map

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Imagination Station

Where ot Eat in Toledo

1 Dave & Buster's

Rating: 4 (2428)

5001 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43623, United States ➦ Show Map

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Dave & Buster's

2 Chuck E. Cheese

Rating: 4 (909)

5077 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43623, United States ➦ Show Map

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Chuck E. Cheese

3 Playzone Toledo

Rating: 4.1 (686)

130 New Towne Square Dr, Toledo, OH 43612, United States ➦ Show Map

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Playzone Toledo

4 Chuck E. Cheese

Rating: 4 (613)

5455 Airport Hwy Ste 9-I, Toledo, OH 43615, United States ➦ Show Map

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Chuck E. Cheese

5 City Hall Grille & Drinks

Rating: 4.4 (364)

315 S Reynolds Rd, Toledo, OH 43615 ➦ Show Map

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City Hall Grille & Drinks

Other Places in Toledo

1 Toledo City Hall

Rating: 4.3 (8)

401 S Erie St, Toledo, OH 43604 ➦ Show Map

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Toledo City Hall

2 Toledo City Council

Rating: 1.8 (5)

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3 Family Consumer Sciences

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People born in Toledo (200)

People born in Toledo, including Queen regnant of Castile from 1504 and of Aragon from 1516 Joanna of Castile, Spanish author Anselmo Lorenzo, Spanish tennis player Feliciano López, .

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Schools in Toledo

College & universities near Toledo, OH

Code Name City ZIP
203960 Mercy College of Ohio Toledo (OH) 43604-1132
204459 Toledo Public Schools Adult and Continuing Education Toledo (OH) 43613
206084 University of Toledo Toledo (OH) 43606-3390
202435 Davis College Toledo (OH) 43623
375540 Toledo Academy of Beauty Culture-East OREGON (OH) 43616

Stations (13)

Amtrak & bus stations near Toledo, OH

Code Name Address Type
TOL Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza 415 Emerald Ave. RAIL
ARB Ann Arbor station 325 Depot Street RAIL
SKY Sandusky 1200 North Depot St. RAIL
GFV Greenfield Village, Michigan 20900 Oakwood Blvd. RAIL
DER John D. Dingell Transit Center 16121 Michigan Ave. RAIL

Post offices near Toledo

Post Office Name City ZIP
Old West End Post Office Toledo (OH) 43620
Central Post Office Toledo (OH) 43604
Midtown Post Office Toledo (OH) 43607
Central 2 Post Office Toledo (OH) 43604
Manhattan Post Office Toledo (OH) 43608

Other places with the same name (6)

Other cities in Lucas County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lucas County , OH.

City Name Population Title
Oregon 20,016 City in Lucas County, Ohio
Sylvania 19,515 City near Toledo, Ohio
Maumee 13,605 City in Ohio, United States
Monclova 12,751 Township in Lucas County, Ohio
Waterville 5,596 City in Lucas County, Ohio, United States of America
Whitehouse 4,932 City in Ohio, the United States of America
Ottawa Hills 4,534 City in Lucas County, Ohio, United States of America
Providence 3,446 Ghost town in Lucas County, Ohio
Holland 1,687 Village in Ohio, United States
Berkey 241 Village in United States of America
Harbor View 108 City in Lucas County, Ohio, United States of America

Distance to Other Cities

Toledo distances to largest Ohio cities