Water Rates in Phoenix, AZ
The City of Phoenix Water Services serves Phoenix with a complex rate structure. Understanding your tiers and sewer multiplier is the first step to mitigating an unexpectedly high bill.
Effective Blended Rate
$13.14/kGal
Rate Structure
1 Tiers
winter average Sewer
Volumetric Water Tiers
| Tier | Usage Range (kGal) | Rate / kGal |
|---|---|---|
| Flat Rate (Medium Season) | First | $7.55 |
Sewer & Infrastructure Logic
Phoenix calculates sewer charges using the winter average method.
Sewer based on winter quarterly average (Jan-Mar)
Sewer Rates
0 - null kGal$5.59/kGal
Sewer Multiplier85%
Monthly Base Fees (5/8" Meter)
Water Base$4.64
Sewer Base$6.90
Local Surcharges
Environmental Charge$0.62
Flat Rate Utility
Phoenix uses a flat rate structure. You are not penalized with higher rates for using more water, but conservation still lowers your bill directly!
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