Water Rates in Charlotte, NC
The Charlotte Water serves Charlotte with a complex rate structure. Understanding your tiers and sewer multiplier is the first step to mitigating an unexpectedly high bill.
Effective Blended Rate
$9.85/kGal
Rate Structure
3 Tiers
winter average Sewer
Volumetric Water Tiers
| Tier | Usage Range (kGal) | Rate / kGal |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 (Conservation) | First 4 | $2.85 |
| Tier 2 (Standard) | Over 4 to 8 | $4.37 |
| Tier 3 (Excessive) | Over 8 to | $6.93 |
Sewer & Infrastructure Logic
Charlotte calculates sewer charges using the winter average method.
Sewer billed on winter average usage (Dec-Mar) to exclude irrigation
Sewer Rates
0 - null kGal$5.91/kGal
Monthly Base Fees (5/8" Meter)
Water Base$6.76
Sewer Base$8.89
Interactive Tool
Calculate Your Tier Penalty
Find out exactly how much extra Charlotte is charging you for crossing into higher usage tiers.
Water Quality Alert
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