⚡ Featured Deal
Essentials for Your New Home
🛒 Shop This Deal NowAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Valentines, VA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
—
$50/mo
$30/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Valentines is relatively affordable, with a range of options from historic homes to new constructions. However, the selection may be limited due to the small population. Rentals are also available, but mostly in the form of single-family homes.
Cost of Living
95
-5% below national average
105
88
110
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.3% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| <p>State 4.3% + County 1%</p> | |
Virginia has a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
70
7/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Public transportation is limited in Valentines, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks.
- Lake Gaston
- Meherrin River
- Brunswick County Fairgrounds
Best Neighborhoods for Families
Household Budget Calculator
Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Valentines based on your household profile.
📰 Live Local News
Zoning laws and building permits are managed by Brunswick County, and residents are encouraged to recycle and conserve water.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- 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
Find Another City Guide
Search by city name or ZIP code to find utility costs, housing data and cost of living guides.
📊 Valentines — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Valentines tend to be higher in the summer due to air conditioning usage, with average electricity bills increasing by 20-30% from June to August. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low due to the mild climate, but may still increase by 10-20% from December to February.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 23887 has a property tax millage rate of 0.65, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Valentines has some sidewalks and crosswalks, but the town's rural nature and limited public transportation make it less stroller-friendly than urban areas. However, the town's parks and outdoor spaces are generally accessible and well-maintained.
Virginia Living Report — July 27, 2026
With a population of roughly 8.6 million residents, Virginia stands as a state of stark contrasts: where the...
Read more →
Virginia Living Report — July 26, 2026
With a population of over 8.6 million and a median age of 38.7, Virginia occupies a unique middle...
Read more →
Virginia Living Report — July 25, 2026
Virginia has steadily grown into one of the most sought-after destinations in the Mid-Atlantic, drawing a mix of...
Read more →
Virginia Living Report — July 24, 2026
Finding the right place to call home is an exercise in balancing lifestyle with logistics. For those considering...
Read more →
Get your home essentials, storage, and moving supplies delivered.
Shop Moving EssentialsAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.