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Haymarket, VA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
$60/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.25% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Haymarket is competitive, with a mix of new developments and older homes. Prices have been rising due to the area’s popularity and limited inventory. Renters can expect to pay a premium for newer apartments and townhouses.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
100
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.25% |
| <p>State 4.3% + County 1.7%</p> | |
Virginia has a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
55
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
The area has limited public transportation options, but is becoming more stroller-friendly with the addition of new sidewalks and bike paths
- SplashDown Waterpark
- Bull Run Occoquan Trail
- Prince William County Fairgrounds
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Prince William County has rules regarding zoning, noise ordinances, and property maintenance
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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📊 Haymarket — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months bring higher electricity bills due to air conditioning usage, while winter months see increased gas bills for heating. Residents can expect to pay around 10-20% more for utilities during these peak seasons.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The 20169 ZIP code has a property tax millage rate of 1.04, with an additional 0.2% local surtax
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10, with explanation: Haymarket has improved its sidewalk infrastructure in recent years, but still lacks comprehensive accessibility features like elevator access in public transit and family-friendly amenities in some areas.
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