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Madison, 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
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1600/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Madison is relatively affordable, with a range of options from older homes to new constructions. Rentals are also available, but may be limited. The city has a mix of historic and modern homes, with some areas undergoing revitalization.
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, with rates ranging from 3% to 6.5%
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Madison has limited public transportation options, but the city is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks.
- Kanawha State Forest
- Madison City Park
- Boone County Fairgrounds
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The city has regulations regarding zoning, building permits, and property maintenance.
Financial Tools
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- 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
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📊 Madison — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Madison tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with average gas bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In contrast, summer months see a slight increase in electric bills due to air conditioning usage.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 25130 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, with explanation: Madison has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks, but the city's infrastructure could be improved to better accommodate families with young children, including more elevator access in public buildings and better maintenance of sidewalks and crosswalks.
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