Water Rates in Miami, FL
The Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department serves Miami with a complex rate structure. Understanding your tiers and sewer multiplier is the first step to mitigating an unexpectedly high bill.
Effective Blended Rate
$20.41/kGal
Rate Structure
1 Tiers
flat volumetric Sewer
Volumetric Water Tiers
| Tier | Usage Range (kGal) | Rate / kGal |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial (Detecto meter) | First | $11.16 |
Sewer & Infrastructure Logic
Miami calculates sewer charges using the flat volumetric method.
Commercial sewer flat rate per kGal
Sewer Rates
At $20.41/kGal, How Much Could You Save in Miami?
Smart Valve technology reduces metered water volume 15-25%. At Miami's current rates, that's $14,695/yr in potential savings for a 300 kGal/month facility.
Calculate Your Miami Savings →Monthly Base Fees (5/8" Meter)
Flat Rate Utility
Miami 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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