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Ark, VA Utility & Living Guide
Ark or ARK may refer to:
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
—
$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 | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Ark, VA is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, and prices are rising due to limited inventory. Homebuyers can find a range of options, from cozy starter homes to larger family residences.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.3% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 4.3% + County 0.5% + City 0.5%</p> | |
Virginia has a progressive state income tax, with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%. Ark, VA residents are subject to these state taxes, as well as federal income taxes.
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
The public transit system in Ark, VA is limited, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks.
- Ark County Park
- Children's Museum of Virginia
- Virginia Zoo
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📊 Ark — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Ark, VA tend to be higher in the summer months, due to air conditioning usage, and lower in the winter months, when heating demands are reduced. However, the town's mild climate means that extreme temperature fluctuations are rare.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates range from 0.8 to 1.2, with no local surtaxes specific to Ark county
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: while Ark, VA has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks, the town's infrastructure is not always conducive to easy navigation with a stroller, due to limited elevator access in transit and some uneven sidewalks.
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