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Gilboa, 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$900/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index88 (-12% below national average)

Family Score8/10

Median Home$180,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$140/mo

Mon Power

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$50/mo

Nicholas County Public Service District

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Nicholas County Solid Waste Authority

📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$900/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms	$1800/mo
Median Home Price	$180,000
Property Tax Rate	0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo	$800

The housing market in Gilboa is relatively affordable with a mix of older and newer homes, rentals are scarce, and prices are driven by the local economy

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

-12% below national average

Groceries

Transportation

Healthcare

105

Childcare/mo

$800

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 income tax with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

8/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate with key industries in tourism, healthcare, and education

Top Local Concerns

Infrastructure, job creation, environmental conservation

🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but sidewalks and parks are stroller-friendly

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park
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Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park
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Summersville Lake

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around the Nicholas County Courthouse and downtown Summersville are popular for families, with easy access to schools, parks, and community events

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Zoning laws and building codes are enforced by Nicholas County

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📊 Gilboa — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer months see an increase in electric bills due to air conditioning usage, while winter months require more heating, resulting in higher gas and electric bills