Cassville, WV Utility & Living Guide

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Cassville, 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$280/mo
1BR Rent$900/mo
Sales Tax6%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$240,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$140/mo

Mon Power
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$50/mo

Cassville Public Service District
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Republic Services
📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$900/mo
2 Bedrooms$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms$1800/mo
Median Home Price$240,000
Property Tax Rate0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo$800

The housing market in Cassville is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, though options may be limited. The area is seeing some growth, attracting families and retirees.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$800

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6%
Property Tax Rate0.8%
<p>State 6% + County 0% + City 0%</p>

West Virginia has a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

70

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 tourism, healthcare, and small manufacturing
Top Local Concerns
Economic diversification, infrastructure development, environmental conservation
🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but the town is relatively walkable, and sidewalks are generally well-maintained

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Prickett's Fort State Park
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    Tygart Lake State Park
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    Morgantown Children's Museum

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around downtown Cassville offers a charming, small-town feel, with easy access to local shops and restaurants. The outskirts of town provide more rural settings with larger lots and a quieter atmosphere.

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📊 Cassville — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Cassville fluctuate with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in summer due to air conditioning and higher water bills in spring due to lawn care. In winter, heating costs are relatively low due to the prevalence of electric heat pumps.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 26527 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5 mills, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6, Cassville has decent sidewalks and some parks, but elevator access in public buildings can be limited, and the town's infrastructure is not entirely geared towards families with strollers

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