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Clothier, WV Utility & Living Guide

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

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$280/mo

1BR Rent$800/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index87 (-13% below national average)

Family Score8/10

Median Home$180,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$140/mo

Appalachian Power

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$50/mo

Logan County Public Service District

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Logan County Solid Waste

📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$800/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1100/mo
3 Bedrooms	$1400/mo
Median Home Price	$180,000
Property Tax Rate	0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo	$900

The housing market in Clothier is relatively affordable, with a range of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, but prices are competitive. The area is seeing some new construction, particularly in the form of single-family homes.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

-13% below national average

Groceries

Transportation

Healthcare

110

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	6%
Property Tax Rate	0.8%
<p>State 6% + County 0% + City 0%</p>

West Virginia has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

8/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

5.5/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Low, with key industries including coal mining, healthcare, and retail

Top Local Concerns

Economic development, infrastructure, public safety

🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but the town's compact size and walkability make it accessible for families with strollers

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Chief Logan State Park
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Hatfield-McCoy Trails
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Logan County Recreation Center

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around Clothier Elementary School is popular with families, offering a mix of older and newer homes. The nearby town of Logan also has some desirable neighborhoods with easy access to amenities.

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📊 Clothier — 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 town's mild climate means that utility costs remain relatively stable throughout the year.