Water Rates in New York, NY
The NYC Department of Environmental Protection serves New York with a complex rate structure. Understanding your tiers and sewer multiplier is the first step to mitigating an unexpectedly high bill.
Effective Blended Rate
$17.49/kGal
Rate Structure
1 Tiers
percentage of_water Sewer
Volumetric Water Tiers
| Tier | Usage Range (kGal) | Rate / kGal |
|---|---|---|
| Flat Rate | First | $6.75 |
Sewer & Infrastructure Logic
New York calculates sewer charges using the percentage of water method.
Sewer is 159% of the metered water charge
Sewer Multiplier159%
Monthly Base Fees (5/8" Meter)
Water Base$0.00
Sewer Base$0.00
Flat Rate Utility
New York uses a flat rate structure. You are not penalized with higher rates for using more water, but conservation still lowers your bill directly!
Water Quality Alert
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