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Capron, VA Utility & Living Guide
Living in Capron, VA offers a tranquil small-town experience with easy access to natural beauty and outdoor recreation
Monthly Utility Costs
$128/mo
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$42/mo
$28/mo
$60/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 | 0.85% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Capron is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available for purchase or rent. Rentals are mostly single-family homes, and the market is moderately competitive. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
96
88
105
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.3% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| <p>State 4.3% + County 1% + City 0%</p> | |
Virginia has a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
55
6.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Public transit options are limited in Capron, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks
- Capron Park
- Franklin River
- Southampton County Fairgrounds
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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse
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Zoning laws and building codes are enforced by the Town of Capron, and there are specific regulations regarding outdoor signage and home-based businesses
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📊 Capron — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Capron tend to be higher in the summer months due to air conditioning usage, with average electricity bills increasing by 15-20% from June to August. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low due to the mild climate, with average natural gas bills nonexistent since most homes use electric heat.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 23829 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: while Capron has some sidewalks and crosswalks, the town's infrastructure is not highly stroller-friendly due to limited pedestrian accessibility and a lack of elevators in some public buildings
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