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Ridgeview, 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$260/mo

1BR Rent$900/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index105 (+5% above national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$280,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Mon Power

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$40/mo

Ridgeview Public Service District

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Republic Services

📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$260/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$900/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms	$1800/mo
Median Home Price	$280,000
Property Tax Rate	0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo	$800

The housing market in Ridgeview is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, but prices are competitive. New developments are springing up on the outskirts of town.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

Healthcare

100

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 state income tax with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

7/10

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 tourism

Top Local Concerns

Infrastructure, job creation, public safety

🚌 Transit for Families

Ridgeview has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Ridgeview City Park
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Ridgeview Public Library
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New River Gorge

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The neighborhoods of Downtown Ridgeview and Oakwood are popular with families due to their proximity to schools, parks, and community amenities. The newer developments on the outskirts of town offer more modern homes and amenities.

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Ridgeview has ordinances regulating noise, zoning, and animal control

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📊 Ridgeview — 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. Residents can expect to pay around 10-20% more for utilities during these peak seasons.