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Costa, WV 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 | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Costa is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, but may be limited in terms of options. The area is seeing some growth, with new developments and renovations underway.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| <p>State 6% + County 0%</p> | |
West Virginia has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
The public transit system in Costa is limited, but the town is relatively small and walkable, making it accessible for families with strollers
- Wyoming County Fairgrounds
- Twin Falls State Park
- Chief Logan State Park
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📰 Live Local News
Residents are subject to local ordinances and regulations, including those related to zoning, noise, and property maintenance
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Costa — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Costa tend to fluctuate with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning and higher gas bills in the winter due to heating. However, the town's mild climate means that these fluctuations are relatively moderate.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 25051 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to the town's relatively small size and walkability, as well as the presence of parks and playgrounds, but limited by the lack of sidewalks and elevators in some areas
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