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Toronto, OH

Manageable

Your dollar goes further in Toronto, OH — everyday costs run about 32% below the national average (Cost Index: 68). Housing is especially affordable: the median home is valued at $102,800, well under the $303,400 US median. The local median household income of $47,202 tends to stretch further here than in most parts of the country.

Toronto looks comparatively manageable for household relocation, with 17% rent burden, 2.2x home-price-to-income, and a housing index of 34. Use the assumptions below to test whether your own budget still stays in the safe range.Data Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 · BEA RPP 2023 · Zillow ZHVI

Data Updated: March 2026
Housing Feasibility Verdict
Safe

Based on your household income, housing mode, local rent, home value, property tax, and mortgage assumptions for Toronto.

Monthly Housing
$673/mo
Lower of rent or buy scenario
Housing Burden
17%
Healthy
Residual Cash
$2,761/mo
After housing and debt · $920/person
Rent vs Buy
Buying can be tested
Main pressure: property tax
Assumptions
Housing Mode
Confidence: MediumHome source: ACSRent source: ACSBEA proxy: msaHousehold size: 3Down payment: 20%Fixed burden: 30%
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Cost Index
68
Very Affordable
Based on housing costs · See methodology
Median Home Value
$102,800
Source: Census ACS
National: $303,400
Median Rent
$673/mo
Source: Census ACS
National: $1,348/mo
Household Income
$47,202
National: $78,538
Population
5,452
Purchasing Power
88
100 = national baseline

Cost of Living Breakdown

Each index uses 100 as the US national average. A score of 150 means 50% more expensive; 80 means 20% cheaper.

Housing Cost Index
34 / 100
66% below average
Rent Index
50 / 100
50% below average
Goods & Groceries
96 / 100
About the same as most US cities
Utilities
95 / 100
Typical utility costs
Healthcare & Services
100 / 100
In line with national average
Overall Index
68
Very Affordable · 32% below average

Toronto Mortgage Calculator

Pre-filled with the local median home value of $102,800 and Ohio's property tax rate of 1.53%.

Household Housing Budget

Local median household income is shown only as a place-side affordability input. Personal salary, filing status, and take-home pay analysis belong in salary.city.

Local Household Income
$47,202
Census ACS place context
Rent Burden Estimate
17%
Typical annual rent / local household income
Home Price to Income
2.2x
Typical home value / local household income
Use this section to judge whether Toronto looks structurally manageable for a household budget. For a specific job offer, filing status, payroll taxes, or salary equivalence across cities, run the income-side decision in salary.city.

Property Tax in Toronto, OH

Est. Annual Property Tax
$1,573
Monthly Impact
$131
Added to your mortgage
Effective Rate
1.53%
National avg: ~1.00%

Ohio Place Tax Context

Tax TypeOhioNational Avg
Property Tax Rate1.53%1.00%
Top Income Tax Rate3.5%~5.0%
State Sales Tax7.24%~5.0%

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Cost Index Comparison (100 = National Avg)

Housing CostsNational Avg: 100
Toronto, OH: 34
Rent Prices
50

FAQ: Living in Toronto

Is Toronto, OH an affordable place to live?+

Yes — everyday expenses in Toronto run about 32% below the US average (Cost Index: 68). Housing is especially affordable: the median home is valued around $102,800, compared to the $303,400 national median. Monthly rent is typically around $673, versus $1,348 nationally.

How does Toronto fit a household housing budget?+

Start with housing. Typical monthly rent is $673, while local median household income is $47,202. That implies a rent-burden proxy of about 17% before utilities and other costs. For a specific job offer, filing status, or take-home pay scenario, use salary.city.

How much are taxes in Toronto, OH?+

Ohio has a progressive state income tax with a top rate of 3.5%. The effective property tax rate is 1.53%. On a home worth $102,800, that translates to roughly $1,573 per year in property taxes. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 7.24% on everyday purchases.

How much does it cost to rent in Toronto, OH?+

The typical monthly rent in Toronto is around $673. That's roughly 50% lower than the $1,348 national median. For comparison, the median home value here is $102,800, so buyers should also factor in mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance.

How much does a house cost in Toronto, OH?+

The median home in Toronto is valued at $102,800. With 20% down and a 6.5% mortgage rate, you'd be looking at roughly $520/month for principal and interest alone — before property taxes and insurance. About 72% of residents here own their homes.

Are groceries and utilities expensive in Toronto?+

Grocery prices in Toronto are about average compared to the rest of the US (index: 96, where 100 is the national average). Utility bills (electricity, gas, water) are about typical (index: 95). Overall, these everyday costs shouldn't cause major surprises if you're moving from another similarly-sized US city.

What is Toronto, OH like to live in?+

Toronto is a small town with a population of about 5,452. The median age of residents is 43.8, skewing somewhat older — common in established suburban communities. The local poverty rate is 14.64%, near the national average of 12.4%.

Lower-Pressure Alternatives in Ohio

If Toronto feels tight, start with these same-state cities that look easier on rent burden or buy-side pressure.

Higher-Pressure Comparisons in Ohio

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Reviewed by LivabilityCalc Research Team
Financial Data Analysts · Census & Economic Data Specialists
Data Sources & Methodology
  • Real Estate & Housing: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI, Smoothed & Seasonally Adjusted) and Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI). Structural fallback utilizes U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates.
  • Goods, Utilities & Services: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) Metropolitan Area Regional Price Parities (MARPP), incorporating verified State Nonmetropolitan averages.
  • Mortgage Rates: Freddie Mac 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Average in the United States (PMMS) via Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).
  • Tax Context: State-level property, sales, and income-tax context used for place-side relocation planning. Personal take-home pay and offer analysis are handled by salary.city.
  • Index Methodology: Weighting matrix derived from Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Expenditure Surveys (CEX) distributional models. Baseline standardized at 100. (Read methodology details)
Last data update: March 2026 · Mortgage rates updated monthly