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Lester, WV Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/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 | $190,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Lester is relatively affordable, with a range of options available from small starter homes to larger family residences. However, the market can be limited, and buyers may need to be prepared to act quickly when finding a suitable property. Rental options are also available, although selection may be limited.
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
95
88
105
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| <p>State 6% + County 0%</p> | |
West Virginia has a progressive state income tax system, with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%
Family & Relocation
70
7.2/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
The public transit system in Lester is limited, but the town is relatively small and walkable, making it accessible for families with strollers
- Kanawha State Forest
- Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine
- New River Gorge National River
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Household Budget Calculator
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📰 Live Local News
Residents are subject to local ordinances regarding property maintenance, zoning, and animal control
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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📊 Lester — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Lester can fluctuate significantly by season, with summer months seeing increased electricity usage due to air conditioning, and winter months seeing increased gas usage due to heating. As a result, residents may need to budget accordingly to account for these changes.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 25865 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to the town's relatively small size and walkability, although sidewalk quality and park access could be improved
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