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Kermit, 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
$40/mo
$30/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Kermit is relatively affordable, with a range of options from older homes to newer constructions. Rentals are also available, although options may be limited. Home prices have been steady in recent years, with some fluctuations due to local economic conditions.
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
96
92
105
$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
55
5.5/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Kermit has limited public transportation options, but sidewalks and parks are generally accessible for strollers
- Kermit City Park
- Mingo County Fairgrounds
- Hatfield-McCoy Trails
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Household Budget Calculator
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📰 Live Local News
Kermit has ordinances regulating zoning, noise, and property maintenance, among other areas
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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📊 Kermit — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Kermit tend to be higher in winter due to heating needs, with average monthly bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In contrast, summer months see lower utility bills, with some residents using air conditioning to cool their homes.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 25674 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5 mills, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
4/10, due to limited sidewalk quality and park access in some areas, although downtown Kermit has some stroller-friendly infrastructure and family-friendly amenities
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