Skelton, WV Cost of Living & Utility Guide 2026

⚡ Featured Deal

Essentials for Your New Home

🛒 Shop This Deal Now

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Tier 3 Location

Skelton, WV Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$280/mo

1BR Rent$900/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index94 (-6% below national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$180,000

📷 Live Cameras — Skelton

Live · refreshing...

🌤️ Live Weather — Skelton

Loading weather...

📍 Live Local News & Briefing

⚠️ Natural Hazard History — Skelton

Loading hazard data...

💰 Budget Calculator

🔌 Utilities

🏠 Housing

📊 Cost of Living

💰 Taxes

👨‍👩‍👧 Families

🧮 Tools

Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$140/mo

Mon Power

🔥 Gas

—

N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$50/mo

Raleigh County Public Service District

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Raleigh County Solid Waste Authority

📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$900/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms	$1800/mo
Median Home Price	$180,000
Property Tax Rate	0.65%
Avg Childcare/mo	$800

The housing market in Skelton is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, although options may be limited. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

-6% below national average

Groceries

Transportation

Healthcare

105

Childcare/mo

$800

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	6%
Property Tax Rate	0.65%
<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

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

5.5/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries including healthcare, education, and tourism

Top Local Concerns

poverty, lack of job opportunities, infrastructure development

🚌 Transit for Families

Skelton has limited public transportation options, but the area is relatively walkable and bikeable

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

🎯
Kanawha State Forest
🎯
New River Gorge National River
🎯
Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around the Kanawha State Forest is popular with families, offering easy access to outdoor recreation and a sense of community. Other desirable neighborhoods include those near the town center and local schools.

Household Budget Calculator

Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Skelton based on your household profile.

📰 Live Local News

Skelton has regulations in place regarding zoning, building permits, and environmental protection

Financial Tools

Calculators

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

Planning Tools

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.

📊 Skelton — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Skelton tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In contrast, summer months see a slight decrease in utility costs as temperatures are generally mild.