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Great Falls, 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 | $1800/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $640,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.16% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Great Falls is highly competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes, and a strong demand for properties. The area is known for its excellent schools and natural beauty, making it a desirable place to live. However, this desirability comes at a cost, with high home prices and property taxes.
Cost of Living
146
+46% above national average
105
102
94
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.16% |
| <p>State 4.3% + County 1% + No City tax</p> | |
Virginia has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%, and residents of Great Falls are also subject to federal income tax
Family & Relocation
40
8/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
The public transit system in Great Falls is limited, but the area is relatively stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and accessible parks
- Great Falls Park
- Clemyjontri Park
- Reston Zoo
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📰 Live Local News
Great Falls has regulations regarding zoning, noise ordinances, and environmental protection, which are enforced by Fairfax County
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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📊 Great Falls — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Great Falls tend to be higher in the summer due to air conditioning usage, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% during the summer months. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low due to the area's mild climate, but can still increase by 10-20% during the coldest months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 22066 has a property tax millage rate of 1.16%, with no local surtaxes specific to Great Falls county
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 7/10: Great Falls has wide sidewalks and accessible parks, but the area is not particularly dense, and public transit options are limited, making it less stroller-friendly than more urban areas.
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