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Evans, WV Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
$60/mo
$40/mo
$30/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1100/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Evans is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available for sale or rent. However, the selection may be limited due to the small population. Rental properties are mostly single-family homes or apartments in small complexes
Cost of Living
87
-13% below national average
95
88
105
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| <p>State 6% + no County or City tax</p> | |
West Virginia has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%
Family & Relocation
70
5.5/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
The public transit system in Evans is limited, but the area is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some sidewalks and bike lanes available
- Jackson County Park
- Cedar Lakes Conference Center
- Mountwood Park
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📰 Live Local News
Key local rules include zoning ordinances and building codes, which are enforced by the Jackson County government
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
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📊 Evans — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Evans tend to fluctuate with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning usage and higher gas bills in the winter due to heating needs. However, the overall cost of utilities remains relatively low compared to other parts of the country
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 25241 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5 mills, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 4/10, due to limited sidewalk quality and park access in some areas, although the town center and some neighborhoods have improved infrastructure for families with strollers
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