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Chantilly, VA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
$60/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1500/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2500/mo |
| Median Home Price | $540,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.14% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Chantilly is highly competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes, and a strong demand for rentals. The area is known for its good schools and safe neighborhoods. However, the high cost of living and limited affordability may be a challenge for some buyers
Cost of Living
146
+20% above national average
105
102
98
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.14% |
| <p>State 4.3% + County 1% + City 0.7%</p> | |
Virginia has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
40
8/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Chantilly has a relatively stroller-friendly public transit system, with accessible buses and some pedestrian-friendly areas, but could improve in terms of sidewalk quality and park access
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Chantilly has regulations in place for zoning, noise ordinances, and environmental protection
Financial Tools
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- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
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📊 Chantilly — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
In Chantilly, utility costs tend to be higher in the summer due to air conditioning usage, with average electricity bills increasing by 20-30% during the peak summer months. In contrast, winter utility bills are relatively lower, with natural gas usage being the primary driver of costs during this time
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates range from 1.05 to 1.20, with no local surtaxes specific to Chantilly county
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10, with explanation: Chantilly has some pedestrian-friendly areas and accessible public transit, but sidewalk quality and park access could be improved, and elevator access in transit is limited
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