Northwest Ohio

History and Progress Converge in Northwest Ohio

Northwest Ohio is known for embracing its storied history while charging forward into its brave future. Anchored by the Toledo metro area, the 17-county region offers a diverse economy, a skilled workforce, and an excellent quality of life that can’t be measured with statistics and bar graphs. You’ll find a mix of urban, suburban, and rural communities bursting with opportunities and sites primed for development.

Home of Fortune 500 automotive headquarters and the #1 Metropark system in the United States, Toledo and Northwest Ohio have something for everyone. Referred to as Glass City because of its history in glass manufacturing, Toledo remains a home for innovation and the entrepreneurial spirit. While you’re not working, you can explore all the great things that make Toledo a great place to live. Toledo offers a life you'll love with the #1 rated zoo ranked by USA Today, 120 miles of trails, a vibrant art scene, and plenty of exciting culinary options.

But life outside the city is booming, too. For the ninth straight year, Site Selection Magazine named Findlay as the country’s Top Micropolitan Area in 2022, and Ohio is home to more communities on that list than any other state. The growth opportunities in the area can be found everywhere thanks to the presence of and investment by companies like Marathon, Ball Corporation, Whirlpool, Best Buy, and others.

Partners for Success

JobsOhio is a proud partner of The Regional Growth Partnership (RGP), whose mission is to help Toledo grow and prosper as a hub for innovation and optimism.