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
At $21.67/kGal, How Much Could You Save in Richmond?
Smart Valve technology reduces metered water volume 15-25%. At Richmond's current rates, that's $15,602/yr in potential savings for a 300 kGal/month facility.
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Calculate Your Tier Penalty
Find out exactly how much extra Richmond is charging you for crossing into higher usage tiers.
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