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Saint Stephens Church, 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 | $1200 |
The housing market in Saint Stephens Church is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are limited, but prices are competitive. The area is seeing growth, with new developments and renovations underway.
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% + County 1%</p> | |
Virginia has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited, but the area is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks
- King William County Recreation Center
- Pamunkey River
- Belle Isle State Park
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📰 Live Local News
Zoning laws and building codes are in place to preserve the area’s rural character and protect the environment
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
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- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
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📊 Saint Stephens Church — 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 increased costs for heating. However, the area's mild climate means that utility costs remain relatively stable throughout the year.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 23148 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6: Saint Stephens Church has some sidewalks and crosswalks, but the area is not highly stroller-friendly due to limited pedestrian infrastructure and lack of elevator access in some public buildings.
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