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Carrollton, VA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
—
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Carrollton is characterized by a mix of new developments and established neighborhoods, with a moderate supply of homes for sale. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years, driven by the area’s growing popularity. Rentals are also available, ranging from apartments to single-family homes
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.3% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| <p>State 4.3% + Local 1%</p> | |
Virginia has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Carrollton has a limited public transportation system, but the area is relatively stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and accessible parks
- Windsor Castle Park
- Isle of Wight County Museum
- Smithfield Historic District
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Isle of Wight County has zoning ordinances and building codes in place to regulate development and ensure public safety
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- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
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📊 Carrollton — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Carrollton tend to be higher in the summer months due to air conditioning usage, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% from June to August. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low, with natural gas not being widely used in the area
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 23314 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and relatively flat terrain, but limited public transportation options and some areas with no sidewalks
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