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Forest Hill, WV Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
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$40/mo
$20/mo
$60/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 Forest Hill is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. The area is popular with families and retirees, and the median home price is around $280,000. Rentals are also available, with prices starting from around $900 for a one-bedroom apartment.
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% + City 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
Forest Hill has limited public transportation options, but the town is relatively small and walkable, making it easy to get around with a stroller.
- New River Gorge Bridge
- Appalachian Power Park
- Kanawha State Forest
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📰 Live Local News
Forest Hill has regulations in place to protect the environment and preserve the natural beauty of the area, including rules on zoning, land use, and waste management.
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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📊 Forest Hill — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Forest Hill tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating, with average electricity bills increasing by around 20% from December to February. In the summer, costs are relatively stable, with some residents using air conditioning to cool their homes.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 24935 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Forest Hill has decent sidewalks and some park access, but elevator access in transit is limited and family infrastructure could be improved.
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