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Kenna, WV Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$250/mo

1BR Rent$800/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index87 (-13% below national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$180,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Mon Power

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$40/mo

Jackson County Public Service District

🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Jackson County Solid Waste Authority

📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$250/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$800/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1000/mo
3 Bedrooms	$1400/mo
Median Home Price	$180,000
Property Tax Rate	0.65%
Avg Childcare/mo	$900

The housing market in Kenna is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, but options may be limited. The area is seeing some new construction, particularly in the form of single-family homes.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

-13% below national average

Groceries

Transportation

Healthcare

105

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	6%
Property Tax Rate	0.65%
<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

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries including healthcare, education, and retail

Top Local Concerns

Economic development, infrastructure, public safety

🚌 Transit for Families

Kenna has limited public transportation options, but the area is relatively walkable and bikeable

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Jackson's Mill
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Cedar Lakes Conference Center
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North Bend State Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around downtown Kenna is popular with families, offering a mix of older and newer homes within walking distance to local shops and restaurants. The nearby town of Ripley also has a range of family-friendly neighborhoods.

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Kenna has ordinances regulating zoning, building codes, and property maintenance

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📊 Kenna — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Kenna tend to be higher in the summer months due to air conditioning usage, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% from June to August. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low due to the area's mild climate.