Water Rates in Richmond, VA
The Richmond Dept of Public Utilities serves Richmond with a complex rate structure. Understanding your tiers and sewer multiplier is the first step to mitigating an unexpectedly high bill.
Effective Blended Rate
$21.67/kGal
Rate Structure
2 Tiers
flat volumetric Sewer
Volumetric Water Tiers
| Tier | Usage Range (kGal) | Rate / kGal |
|---|---|---|
| First 4 CCF | First 2.992 | $4.18 |
| Over 4 CCF | Over 2.992 to | $8.86 |
Sewer & Infrastructure Logic
Richmond calculates sewer charges using the flat volumetric method.
Flat wastewater rate per CCF
Sewer Rates
0 - null kGal$12.79/kGal
Monthly Base Fees (5/8" Meter)
Water Base$17.66
Sewer Base$22.96
Interactive Tool
Calculate Your Tier Penalty
Find out exactly how much extra Richmond is charging you for crossing into higher usage tiers.
Water Quality Alert
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