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Cheriton, VA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
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$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 | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Cheriton is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes. Waterfront properties are highly sought after, and prices can be higher in these areas. Rentals are also available, but may be limited in number.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$900
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
7/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Cheriton has limited public transportation options, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks
- Kiptopeke State Park
- Chesapeake Bay Beach
- Cape Charles Beach
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Cheriton has zoning regulations in place to preserve its small-town character, and there may be restrictions on certain types of businesses or developments.
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Cheriton — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Cheriton can fluctuate by season, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning usage, and higher water bills in the summer due to lawn irrigation. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low due to the town's mild climate.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 23316 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to the town's limited sidewalks and crosswalks, but also its relatively small size and walkable downtown area, which makes it easy to get around with a stroller
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