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Surveyor, 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$250/mo

1BR Rent$900/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index94 (-6% below national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$190,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Mon Power

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$40/mo

Raleigh County Public Service District

🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Raleigh County Solid Waste Authority

📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$250/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$900/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms	$1800/mo
Median Home Price	$190,000
Property Tax Rate	0.65%
Avg Childcare/mo	$800

The housing market in Surveyor is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, but options may be limited. The area is seeing some growth, with new developments and renovations underway.

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 in coal, timber, and tourism

Top Local Concerns

Economic development, infrastructure, environmental protection

🚌 Transit for Families

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

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Kanawha State Forest
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New River Gorge National River
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Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around Surveyor has several family-friendly neighborhoods, including the town of Beckley and the surrounding rural areas. These neighborhoods offer a mix of older and newer homes, with access to outdoor recreation and community amenities.

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📊 Surveyor — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Surveyor 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 the summer, costs are relatively stable, with some increase in water usage due to lawn care and outdoor activities.