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Big Rock, VA Utility & Living Guide
Big Rock is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Buchanan County, Virginia, United States, located at the convergence of County Route 650 and U.S. Route 460, a short distance from the Kentucky state line. It was first listed as a CDP in the 2020 census with a population o
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.9% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Big Rock is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, but affordable options can be found. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.3% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.9% |
| <p>State 4.3% + County 1%</p> | |
Virginia has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Big Rock has limited public transportation, but its downtown area is relatively stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and accessible shops.
- Big Rock Park
- Big Rock Library
- Big Rock Community Center
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Big Rock has regulations in place to protect its natural environment and historic districts.
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📊 Big Rock — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Big Rock tend to be higher in the summer, due to increased air conditioning usage, and lower in the winter, when heating needs are minimal. However, the area's mild climate means that extreme temperature fluctuations are rare.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 24603 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10, due to the presence of wide sidewalks and accessible shops in the downtown area, but limited public transportation and some rural areas with limited infrastructure.
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