Water Rates in Atlanta, GA
The Atlanta Department of Watershed Management serves Atlanta with a complex rate structure. Understanding your tiers and sewer multiplier is the first step to mitigating an unexpectedly high bill.
Effective Blended Rate
$21.36/kGal
Rate Structure
3 Tiers
flat volumetric Sewer
Volumetric Water Tiers
| Tier | Usage Range (kGal) | Rate / kGal |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 (Conservation) | First 2.244 | $3.45 |
| Tier 2 (Standard) | Over 2.244 to 4.488 | $7.14 |
| Tier 3 (Penalty) | Over 4.488 to | $8.24 |
Sewer & Infrastructure Logic
Atlanta calculates sewer charges using the flat volumetric method.
Flat sewer rate applied to all metered water usage
Sewer Rates
0 - null kGal$13.02/kGal
Monthly Base Fees (5/8" Meter)
Water Base$6.56
Sewer Base$6.56
Local Surcharges
Municipal Option Sales Tax (MOST)1%
Interactive Tool
Calculate Your Tier Penalty
Find out exactly how much extra Atlanta is charging you for crossing into higher usage tiers.
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