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Meadowview, VA Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$250/mo

1BR Rent$1100/mo

Sales Tax5.3%

COL Index105 (+5% above national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$280,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

American Electric Power

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$40/mo

Meadowview Public Works

🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Waste Management

📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$250/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1100/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2000/mo
Median Home Price	$280,000
Property Tax Rate	0.9%
Avg Childcare/mo	$900

The housing market in Meadowview is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, but affordable options can be found. The town’s small size and limited inventory contribute to a competitive market.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	5.3%
Property Tax Rate	0.9%
<p>State 4.3% + Local 1%</p>

Virginia has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Purple description, with a mix of conservative and liberal views

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries in tourism, healthcare, and manufacturing

Top Local Concerns

Traffic, affordable housing, public safety

🚌 Transit for Families

Meadowview has limited public transit options, but sidewalks and parks are stroller-friendly

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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South Holston Lake
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Meadowview Park
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Virginia Creeper Trail

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods offer a charming, small-town feel, with easy access to amenities and outdoor recreation. Families may also consider the newer developments on the outskirts of town, which offer more modern homes and amenities.

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Meadowview has ordinances regulating noise, zoning, and animal control

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📊 Meadowview — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer months bring higher electric bills due to air conditioning usage, while winter months see a slight increase in heating costs. However, the town's mild climate means that utility costs remain relatively stable throughout the year.