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Reston, VA 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 | $1800/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $540,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.23% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
Reston’s housing market is highly competitive, with a mix of apartments, townhouses, and single-family homes. The area is known for its high-quality schools and community amenities. However, affordability can be a challenge for some buyers and renters.
Cost of Living
146
+20% above national average
105
102
95
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.23% |
| <p>State 4.3% + County 1% + City 0.7%</p> | |
Virginia has a progressive state income tax, with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
70
8/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Reston has a relatively stroller-friendly public transit system, with accessible buses and a growing network of sidewalks and bike paths
- Reston Zoo
- Lake Fairfax Park
- Reston Community Center
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Household Budget Calculator
Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Reston based on your household profile.
📰 Live Local News
Reston has rules regarding noise ordinances, pet ownership, and yard maintenance
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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📊 Reston — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Reston tend to fluctuate with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning and higher gas bills in the winter due to heating. However, the area's mild climate means that these fluctuations are relatively moderate compared to other parts of the country.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates range from 1.05 to 1.25, with no local surtaxes specific to Reston county
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and relatively flat terrain making it easy to get around with a stroller
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