Water Rates in Raleigh, NC
The City of Raleigh Public Utilities serves Raleigh with a complex rate structure. Understanding your tiers and sewer multiplier is the first step to mitigating an unexpectedly high bill.
Effective Blended Rate
$12.22/kGal
Rate Structure
3 Tiers
flat volumetric Sewer
Volumetric Water Tiers
| Tier | Usage Range (kGal) | Rate / kGal |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 (0–4 CCF) | First 2.992 | $3.48 |
| Tier 2 (5–20 CCF) | Over 2.992 to 14.96 | $5.63 |
| Tier 3 (21+ CCF) | Over 14.96 to | $7.94 |
Sewer & Infrastructure Logic
Raleigh calculates sewer charges using the flat volumetric method.
Flat sewer rate per CCF
Sewer Rates
0 - null kGal$6.59/kGal
Monthly Base Fees (5/8" Meter)
Water Base$4.13
Sewer Base$4.13
Interactive Tool
Calculate Your Tier Penalty
Find out exactly how much extra Raleigh is charging you for crossing into higher usage tiers.
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