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Leslie, 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$250/mo

1BR Rent$800/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index94 (-6% below national average)

Family Score7/10

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

$30/mo

Leslie Public Service District

🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Green Valley Disposal

📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$250/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$800/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1000/mo
3 Bedrooms	$1400/mo
Median Home Price	$180,000
Property Tax Rate	0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo	$800

The housing market in Leslie 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 first-time buyers or retirees.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

-6% 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 system with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

5.5/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

-2% (declining)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Low, with key industries including tourism, agriculture, and small manufacturing

Top Local Concerns

Economic development, infrastructure maintenance, public services

🚌 Transit for Families

Leslie has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Kanawha State Forest
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Cedar Creek State Park
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Charleston Civic Center

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around the town center offers a mix of older and newer homes, close to local amenities and community events. Other neighborhoods, such as those near the state forest, provide a more rural setting with easy access to outdoor recreation.

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Zoning laws are in place to preserve the town’s character, and there are specific regulations regarding outdoor burning and waste disposal

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📊 Leslie — 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 overall cost of utilities in Leslie remains relatively stable throughout the year.