⚡ Featured Deal
Essentials for Your New Home
🛒 Shop This Deal NowAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Kiahsville, WV Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
—
$50/mo
$30/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1100/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Kiahsville is relatively affordable, with a range of options from older homes to new constructions. Rentals are also available, although options may be limited. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.
Cost of Living
90
-10% below national average
95
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
70
5.5/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Kiahsville has limited public transportation options, but the area is relatively walkable and bikeable
- Kanawha River
- Beech Fork State Park
- Mason County Fairgrounds
Best Neighborhoods for Families
Household Budget Calculator
Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Kiahsville based on your household profile.
📰 Live Local News
Kiahsville has regulations in place for zoning, building permits, and environmental protection
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
Find Another City Guide
Search by city name or ZIP code to find utility costs, housing data and cost of living guides.
📊 Kiahsville — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Kiahsville tend to be higher in the summer due to air conditioning usage, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% during the peak summer months. In contrast, winter months see a decrease in utility costs, with average electric bills decreasing by 10-20%.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 25545 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5 mills, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
4/10: Kiahsville has limited sidewalk infrastructure and few parks with stroller-friendly paths, but the area is relatively flat and easy to navigate with a stroller.
West Virginia Living Report — October 13, 2026
West Virginia Living Report — October 13, 2026 Finklick tracks 745 cities across West Virginia. Total state population:...
Read more →
West Virginia Living Report — October 12, 2026
West Virginia Living Report — October 12, 2026 Finklick tracks 745 cities across West Virginia. Total state population:...
Read more →
West Virginia Living Report — October 11, 2026
With a population of just under 1.8 million and a median age of 42.6, West Virginia presents a...
Read more →
West Virginia Living Report — October 10, 2026
Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, West Virginia offers a lifestyle defined by rugged natural beauty...
Read more →
Get your home essentials, storage, and moving supplies delivered.
Shop Moving EssentialsAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.