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Morgantown, WV Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
$60/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $230,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.65% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Morgantown is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes, apartments, and condos available for rent or purchase. The city is also home to West Virginia University, which drives demand for housing, particularly in the downtown area. As a result, prices may be higher near the university.
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
96
88
105
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.65% |
| <p>State 6% + County 0.5% + City 0.5%</p> | |
West Virginia has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%, depending on income level.
Family & Relocation
55
7.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
The Morgantown Personal Rapid Transit system is a unique and convenient way to get around the city, but it may not be stroller-friendly in all areas, and sidewalks and crosswalks can be uneven in some neighborhoods.
- Core Arboretum
- Morgantown Farmers Market
- West Virginia University Core Arboretum
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Household Budget Calculator
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📰 Live Local News
The city has regulations in place regarding zoning, building permits, and property maintenance, which are enforced by the Morgantown Planning Department.
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
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📊 Morgantown — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Morgantown can fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning and higher gas bills in the winter due to heating. However, the city's relatively mild climate means that these fluctuations are not as extreme as in other parts of the country.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The property tax millage rate in Morgantown is 19.35 mills, with no local surtaxes, and the city also has a 1% local sales tax.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to the city's hilly terrain and uneven sidewalks in some areas, but also its many parks and green spaces, and the Morgantown Personal Rapid Transit system, which can be stroller-friendly in some areas.
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