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Bud, WV Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
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$40/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.65% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Bud is relatively affordable, with a range of options from older homes to newer constructions. Rentals are also available, though options may be limited. Overall, the market is stable and suitable for families and first-time buyers.
Cost of Living
87
-13% below national average
95
88
105
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.65% |
| <p>State 6% + County 0% + City 0%</p> | |
West Virginia has a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%
Family & Relocation
70
5.5/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Public transit in Bud is limited, making it less stroller-friendly, but the town's small size makes it walkable
- Kanawha State Forest
- Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine
- Youth Museum of Southern West Virginia
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📰 Live Local News
Bud, being a small town, has regulations focusing on zoning, building codes, and environmental protection
Financial Tools
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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
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Bud — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Bud fluctuate by season, with higher electricity bills in summer due to air conditioning and potentially higher costs in winter for heating, though the latter is less common due to the prevalence of electric-only homes. Summer months see the most significant increase in utility bills.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 25024, which includes Bud, has a property tax rate of 0.65% and no local surtaxes, making it relatively tax-friendly for homeowners
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
4/10, due to limited public transit options and varying sidewalk quality, but the town's small, walkable nature and access to parks like the Kanawha State Forest offer some compensation for families with strollers
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