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Virginia City, NV Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Virginia City is relatively small, with a mix of historic homes and newer constructions. Prices have been steadily increasing due to the town’s growing popularity. Rentals are scarce, and prices are rising
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
94
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 8.1% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| <p>State 6.5% + County 0.5% + City 1.1%</p> | |
Nevada has no state income tax
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Virginia & Truckee Railroad
- Silver City Ghost Town
- Tahoe Reno Industrial Center
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📰 Live Local News
Strict historic district preservation rules, limited commercial development
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📊 Virginia City — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Virginia City fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning usage and higher propane costs in the winter for heating. Residents can expect to pay around 20% more for utilities during the peak summer months
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates range from 0.6 to 0.8, with no local surtaxes specific to Storey County
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: while the town has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks, the historic district's uneven terrain and lack of elevator access in some buildings can make navigation challenging for families with strollers
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