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Cool Ridge, WV Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
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$30/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $800/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1100/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.65% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Cool Ridge is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available for sale and rent. Rentals are mostly single-family homes and apartments, while homes for sale range from small bungalows to larger family homes. The area is seeing some new construction, particularly in the form of single-family homes
Cost of Living
87
-13% below national average
94
88
102
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.65% |
| <p>State 6% + County 0%</p> | |
West Virginia has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%
Family & Relocation
70
7/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Public transit in Cool Ridge is limited, but the area is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some sidewalks and bike lanes available
- Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine
- Youth Museum of Southern West Virginia
- Little Creek Park
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Cool Ridge has regulations in place regarding zoning, building permits, and property maintenance
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📊 Cool Ridge — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Cool Ridge tend to fluctuate with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning usage and higher gas bills in the winter due to heating. However, since most homes in the area are electric-only, the winter heating bills are not a major concern
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates are around 12-15 mills, with no local surtaxes specific to Raleigh County
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6: Cool Ridge has some sidewalks and bike lanes, but they are not always well-maintained or connected, making it difficult to navigate the area with a stroller. However, the area is relatively flat and easy to walk, with some parks and green spaces available
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