Water Rates in Tucson, AZ
The Tucson Water serves Tucson with a complex rate structure. Understanding your tiers and sewer multiplier is the first step to mitigating an unexpectedly high bill.
Effective Blended Rate
$17.60/kGal
Rate Structure
1 Tiers
winter average Sewer
Volumetric Water Tiers
| Tier | Usage Range (kGal) | Rate / kGal |
|---|---|---|
| Base Rate (Year-Round) | First | $4.80 |
Sewer & Infrastructure Logic
Tucson calculates sewer charges using the winter average method.
Pima County sewer per CCF based on winter avg (Dec–Feb)
Sewer Rates
At $17.60/kGal, How Much Could You Save in Tucson?
Smart Valve technology reduces metered water volume 15-25%. At Tucson's current rates, that's $12,672/yr in potential savings for a 300 kGal/month facility.
Calculate Your Tucson Savings →Monthly Base Fees (5/8" Meter)
Local Surcharges
Flat Rate Utility
Tucson 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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