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Worthington, WV Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
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$40/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1600/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Worthington is relatively affordable, with a range of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also plentiful, with many options for families and individuals. However, the market can be limited, so it’s essential to act quickly when finding a property.
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
95
88
105
$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
70
7.2/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Worthington has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively walkable, and many amenities are accessible by foot or bike.
- Worthington Park
- Marion County Fairgrounds
- Prickett's Fort State Park
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📰 Live Local News
Worthington has regulations regarding zoning, building permits, and property maintenance, which are enforced by the town council and code enforcement office.
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
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Worthington — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Worthington tend to be higher in winter due to heating needs, with average bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In contrast, summer months see lower utility bills, with a decrease of 10-20% from June to August.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The 26591 ZIP code has a property tax millage rate of 12.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10, with explanation: Worthington has decent sidewalk quality and park access, but elevator access in transit is limited, and family infrastructure could be improved with more dedicated bike lanes and pedestrian-friendly areas.
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