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Le Roy, 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 Index87 (-13% below national average)

Family Score8/10

Median Home$180,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$140/mo

Monongahela Power Company

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$50/mo

Jackson County Public Service District

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Jackson 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	0.65%
Avg Childcare/mo	$800

The housing market in Le Roy is relatively affordable with a range of older and newer homes available, rentals are scarce but can be found, and property values are steady

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

-13% below national average

Groceries

Transportation

Healthcare

105

Childcare/mo

$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

Family Vibe Score

8/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

7/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate with key industries in manufacturing, healthcare, and retail

Top Local Concerns

Infrastructure development, job creation, and access to healthcare

🚌 Transit for Families

Le Roy has limited public transportation options, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Jackson County Fairgrounds
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Cedar Lakes Conference Center
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and the Le Roy Community Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around the Le Roy Community Park and the downtown district are popular for families, with access to local amenities and community events, and the nearby town of Ripley offers additional shopping and dining options

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📊 Le Roy — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Le Roy tend to be higher in the summer due to air conditioning usage, and lower in the winter as the town experiences mild winters, with an average temperature range of 25°F to 85°F throughout the year

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 25252 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5 mills, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6 - Le Roy has decent sidewalk quality and park access, but limited elevator access in transit and family infrastructure, making it somewhat stroller-friendly

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