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Oak Hill, WV Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$60/mo
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 Oak Hill is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available for sale or rent. Rentals are mostly single-family homes or apartments, and the market is somewhat competitive due to the town’s small size. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
95
88
105
$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 state income tax with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%
Family & Relocation
60
5.5/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Oak Hill has limited public transportation options, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks
- Kanawha State Forest
- New River Gorge Bridge
- Fayette Station Road Park
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📰 Live Local News
Residents are subject to ordinances regarding property maintenance, zoning, and noise levels
Financial Tools
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- 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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📊 Oak Hill — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Oak Hill tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In the summer, cooling costs are relatively low due to the town's moderate climate.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 25901 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5 mills, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Oak Hill has some sidewalks and crosswalks, but the town's infrastructure is not highly stroller-friendly due to limited accessibility and uneven pavement in some areas
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