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Townsend, VA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
—
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Townsend is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. The area is popular with families and retirees, and prices are generally lower than in nearby cities. However, the market can be competitive, especially for homes in desirable neighborhoods.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 5.3% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 4.3% + Local 1%</p> | |
Virginia has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
The town has a limited public transportation system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and accessible parks.
- York River State Park
- Colonial National Historical Park
- Williamsburg Zoo
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📰 Live Local News
The town has regulations in place to protect its natural resources and historic character, including zoning ordinances and environmental protections.
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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📊 Townsend — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Townsend tend to be higher in the summer months, when air conditioning is needed to cool homes. In the winter, costs are lower, but may still be affected by heating needs, especially for homes with electric heat.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 23181 has a property tax millage rate of 0.84, and there are no local surtaxes specific to Townsend 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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