Current Utility Rates
UTILITY RATES & Charges
Utility Rate Changes for Fiscal Year 2024
Utility rates and charges are evaluated on a yearly basis and are updated annually per City Council adoption. Between July and September 2023, St. Petersburg City Council will consider adjustments to water, wastewater, reclaimed water, stormwater, and sanitation utility rates and charges for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins on Oct. 1, 2023. Final adoption will be voted on at a Public Hearing scheduled for September 7, 2023.
Utility fees support the continued efforts to increase the capacity and reliability of St. Pete’s water resources, sanitation, and stormwater utilities. Fees also support the operations, maintenance, and infrastructure of those utilities. Utility fees are vitally important in supporting St. Pete’s aging infrastructure, most of which has reached or exceeded its design lifespan. The City is currently working on existing projects within St. Pete’s Water Plan, a multi-year capital improvements master plan, and continues to work on other master plans to make improvements and plan for the future to ensure safe, reliable service.
Key Dates
August 17, 2023: City Council conducted a First Reading to formally set the date of the Public Hearing.
September 7, 2023: City Council will host a Public Hearing for a presentation on the rates and consideration of the proposed utility rates for final adoption after 5 p.m. at City Hall (175 5th St. N.).
Oct. 1, 2023: Utility rate changes will take effect, pending City Council approval.
The meetings can also be viewed live on www.stpete.org/StPeteTV or on digital cable channels:
- Frontier - 20
- Spectrum - 641
- WOW! Cable - 15
Rate Changes at a Glance
The average utility customer will see an increase in their utility bill. The information below is based on a single-family residence with water and wastewater use of 3,500 gallons. Subject to change.
| Service | Current FY23 Rate | Proposed FY24 Rate | $ Change |
| Sanitation | $31.04 | $32.36 | $1.32 |
| Potable Water | $31.21 | $33.85 | $2.64 |
| Wastewater | $56.18 | $63.22 | $7.04 |
| Stormwater | Find your stormwater tier on your current bill or in the Stormwater Review and Appeals Portal | ||
| Tier 1 | $7.33 | $7.95 | $0.62 |
| Tier 2 | $14.58 | $15.82 | $1.24 |
| Tier 3 | $22.90 | $24.85 | $1.95 |
| Tier 4 | $34.17 | $37.07 | $2.90 |
| Reclaimed Water | $31.39 | $34.06 | $2.67 |
Typical Change to a Monthly Bill
Stormwater Tier 1 Customers: $9.51 increase
Stormwater Tier 2 Customers: $10.13 increase
Stormwater Tier 3 Customers: $10.84 increase
Stormwater Tier 4 Customers: $11.79 increase
Questions about the utility rate changes can be directed to 727-893-7280.
Current Utility Rates
Rates are listed below for water, wastewater, residential and commercial sanitation, stormwater, reclaimed water, and irrigation-only water services effective Oct. 1, 2022 - Sept. 30, 2023. Note: Certain charges apply to specific locations. Not all addresses will see charges for all services listed above. For information on specific address charges, contact the Utility Customer Service Center at 727-893-7341 and choose option 0.
Affordability & Assistance
Payment Plans
Residents that are having trouble paying their utility bill can call the Utility Customer Service Call Center at 727-893-7341 to make payment arrangements. The Utility Customer Service Call Center is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Customers are encouraged to make payment arrangements with the City as soon as possible to avoid the associated fees.
211 Tampa Bay Cares
Find a directory of additional assistance by visiting 211tampabay.org or calling 211.
Water Conservation
Conserving water use is a great way to save money on a utility bill. Find programs, rebates, and resources on the Water Conservation page.
Water Rates
The City of St. Petersburg's Water Resources Department is committed to providing quality water to meet the needs and enjoyment of St. Pete’s residents. Direct any questions about water to the Mayor's Action Center at 727-893-7111.
WATER RATES
Per month, base charge
| Meter Size | Current Base Charge | FY24 Base Charge |
| 5/8” x 3/4” | $13.78 | $14.95 |
| 1" | $34.45 | $37.38 |
| 1.5" | $68.90 | $74.76 |
| 2" | $110.24 | $119.61 |
| 3" | $220.48 | $239.22 |
| 4" | $344.49 | $373.78 |
| 6" | $688.99 | $747.57 |
| 8" | $1,102.38 | $1,196.10 |
| 10" | $1,584.67 | $1,719.40 |
| 12" | $2,962.64 | $3,214.53 |
TBW=Tampa Bay Water Cost at $2.58 per 1,000 gallons. TBW charge is applied to total water volume.
TBW FY24 Cost= $2.79 per 1,000 gallons.
Plus Additional Volume Charges
| Single-Family Dwelling | Current per 1,000 gallons | FY24 per 1,000 gallons |
| First 5,600 gallons | $2.40 | $2.79 |
| Next 2,400 gallons | $3.66 | $4.16 |
| Next 7,000 gallons | $5.93 | $6.62 |
| Next 5,000 gallons | $8.65 | $9.57 |
| Over 20,000 gallons | $19.88 | $21.76 |
| Multi-Family Dwelling | Current per 1,000 gallons | FY24 per 1,000 gallons |
| First 5,600 gallons | $2.40 | $2.79 |
| Next 2,400 gallons | $3.66 | $4.16 |
| Next 7,000 gallons | $5.93 | $6.62 |
| Over 20,000 gallons | $19.88 | $21.76 |
Volume for Multi-Family is divided by the number of dwelling units served by the water meter.
| Commercial | Current per 1,000 gallons | FY24 per 1,000 gallons |
| Up to average | $2.40 | $2.79 |
| Average - 1.4 x average | $4.22 | $4.77 |
| 1.4 to 1.8 x average | $5.93 | $6.62 |
| Over 1.8 x average | $7.43 | $8.25 |
The 12-month period will be the previous October through September. For new commercial customers without previous consumption history, the lowest block rate will be utilized until a 12-month period between October and September is completed. A commercial customer experiencing changed business conditions which would necessitate a revised calculation of the monthly average may request a water audit by the City. The City may calculate a new average based on that audit.
Connection Charges
| Meter Size (inches) | Current Connection Charge | FY24 Connection Charge | ||
| 5/8” x 3/4” | $1,150.00 | $1,219.00 | ||
| 1" | $1,375.00 | $1,457.50 | ||
| 1 1/2" | $4,200.00 | $4,452.00 | ||
| 2" or larger | Actual costs not to exceed 10% more than the written, estimated costs provided to customer prior to installation. | Actual costs not to exceed 10% more than the written, estimated costs provided to customer prior to installation. | ||
All of the above rates are subject to 10% utility tax within the City limits. Rates outside the City limits are 125% of City rates except as approved by City Council.
Wastewater Rates
St. Petersburg protects the health and safety of its citizens by safely and efficiently disposing of wastewater through the City's sewer system. No economical method exists to measure how much water residents discharge into the wastewater system. Therefore, the amount residents are charged for sewage disposal is measured by the amount of water registered on the meter. That includes a base charge that is billed by the size of their water meter, and a consumption charge based on how much water they use during the monthly billing period.
WASTEWATER RATES
Per month, base charge
| Meter Size | Current Base Charge | FY24 Base Charge |
| 5/8” x 3/4” | $23.98 | $24.94 |
| 1" | $59.96 | $62.35 |
| 1.5" | $119.91 | $124.70 |
| 2" | $191.86 | $199.52 |
| 3" | $383.71 | $399.04 |
| 4" | $599.55 | $623.50 |
| 6" | $1,199.11 | $1,247.00 |
| 8" | $1,918.57 | $1,995.20 |
| 10" | $2,757.95 | $2,868.10 |
| 12" | $5,156.16 | $5,363.10 |
Plus Volume Charges
- For each 1,000 gallons of water registered on the water meter: $9.20
- For each 1,000 gallons of water registered on the water meter starting FY24: $9.57
- Rates outside the City limits are 125% of City rates except as approved by City Council.
- Wastewater rates billed for accounts in South Pasadena and St. Pete Beach are established by that municipality.
- Wastewater rates billed in most unincorporated areas are established by Pinellas County.
Sanitation
The standard sanitation rate for most residential customers is $27.42 per month. Multi-family and commercial property rates are based on the level of service. To determine the level of service required, please call the Sanitation Department at 727-893-7351.
Like wastewater, no adequate means exist to measure the amount of solid waste collected from each home. To handle demand, and to preserve public health and safety, most residential customers require twice-weekly pick-up. Some customers may qualify for Once-Weekly Trash Collection Service.
SANITATION RATES
Standby service is also available to customers who plan to be away for at least two months. While on this service plan, sanitation charges are reduced during the months that no water is registered on the water meter. There is a small fee for activating standby status.
The City of St. Petersburg Sanitation Department is aware of the benefits of recycling and its impact on the environment. To help residents recycle, they have five conveniently-located recyclamats and brush sites to collect and recycle newspapers, aluminum cans, glass and plastic bottles, cardboard, and yard clippings.
For information on any of the listed services, contact the Sanitation Department:
- Billing Questions: 727-893-7398
- Residential Collection: 727-893-7334 (including missed collection)
- Residential Recycling: 727-893-7398 (including missed collection and container repair);
- Furniture/Appliance Pick Up/Special Collections; Recycling Drop-Off; Free Rodent Control; Free Mulch or Soil Builder; Building Materials, Brush and Other Collections (fee-based): 727-893-7398
- Neighborhood Cleanup: 727-893-5141
- Report Illegal Dumping (24 hour Police Tip Line): 727-892-5000
RESIDENTIAL SANITATION RATES
| Twice-Weekly Trash Collection | Current Fee | FY24 Fee | |
| Single-Family Residence | $27.42 | $28.59 | |
| Single-Family Residence - each additional (90 gal.) automated container | $15.13 | $15.77 | |
| Multi-Family Residence - per unit | $27.42 | $28.59 | |
| Business or Institution - one automated (90 gal.) automated container | $27.42 | $28.59 | |
| Business or Institution - each additional. (90 gal.) automated container | $15.13 | $15.77 |
Once-Weekly Trash Collection
Current Single-Family Residence: $21.73
FY24 Single-Family Residence: $22.66
Available subject to City approval provided the customer meets all the following criteria:
- Single-family residence with a one- or two-person household
- Lot size of 8,500 sq. feet or less
- Water usage of 5,000 gallons or less per month
Learn more and apply for once-weekly trash collection.
Residential Recycling Collection
Current Single-Family Residence: $3.62
FY24 Single-Family Residence: $3.77
Participation is voluntary. However, to avoid service disconnection and account delinquency, this fee must be paid whether or not participation occurs. Learn more on the Recycling page.
Backyard Service
Current Single-Family Residence
- One automated (90 gal.) container or 2 cans, manual system: $65.42
- Each additional can or container: $32.06
FY24 Single-Family Residence
- One automated (90 gal.) container or 2 cans, manual system: $68.20
- Each additional can or container: $33.42
Current Multi-Family Residence
- $65.42 per unit
FY24 Multi-Family Residence
- $68.20 per unit
Current Business or Institution
- One automated (90 gal.) container or 2 cans, manual system: $65.42
- Each additional can or container: $32.06
FY24 Business or Institution
- One automated (90 gal.) container or 2 cans, manual system: $68.20
- Each additional can or container: $33.42
Standby Service
- Monthly sanitation charges are reduced during the months that no water is registered on the water meter
- There is a small fee of $10.38 to activate standby status
- The fee to activate standby status in FY24 will be $10.82
Tub-out Service
- To accommodate people who cannot maneuver containers; provided at no additional charge.
Bulk Container Service
Call 727-893-7351 for specific rates.
- Rates for bulk containers vary depending on level and category of service
- 6-month minimum plus a $13.05 one-time placement fee
- The one-time placement fee in FY24 will be $13.60
CURRENT COMMERCIAL SANITATION RATES, UNCOMPACTED
| Size (yd3) | 1X/Week Pickup | 2X/Week Pickup | 3X/Week Pickup | 4X/Week Pickup | 5X/Week Pickup | 6X/Week Pickup | 7X/Week Pickup | Specials $16.15 |
| 1 | $83.20 | $146.47 | $209.43 | $272.83 | $336.05 | $399.62 | $462.28 | $19.20 |
| 2 | $109.72 | $199.33 | $288.60 | $377.52 | $467.13 | $556.40 | $644.28 | $25.11 |
| 3 | $137.93 | $253.50 | $368.94 | $484.64 | $599.30 | $713.70 | $830.83 | $31.84 |
| 4 | $165.01 | $306.80 | $448.24 | $590.03 | $730.60 | $872.56 | $1,013.13 | $38.10 |
| 5 | $192.40 | $360.97 | $528.45 | $697.67 | $865.58 | $1,036.10 | $1,204.23 | $44.41 |
| 6 | $219.70 | $414.44 | $606.84 | $802.88 | $997.10 | $1,190.28 | $1,386.84 | $50.67 |
| 8 | $274.21 | $519.31 | $766.48 | $1,010.88 | $1,260.13 | $1,503.84 | $1,752.05 | $63.25 |
| 10 | $330.63 | $626.60 | $923.00 | $1,223.73 | $1,510.17 | $1,809.60 | $2,108.17 | $76.26 |
FY24 Commercial Sanitation Rates, Uncompacted
| Size (yd3) | 1X/Week Pickup | 2X/Week Pickup | 3X/Week Pickup | 4X/Week Pickup | 5X/Week Pickup | 6X/Week Pickup | 7X/Week Pickup | Specials $16.84 |
| 1 | $86.75 | $152.71 | $218.27 | $284.44 | $350.35 | $416.52 | $482.00 | $20.02 |
| 2 | $114.40 | $207.83 | $300.82 | $393.47 | $487.07 | $579.80 | $671.58 | $26.18 |
| 3 | $143.78 | $264.16 | $384.54 | $505.44 | $624.65 | $744.12 | $866.32 | $33.19 |
| 4 | $171.95 | $319.97 | $467.48 | $614.99 | $761.80 | $910.00 | $1,055.60 | $39.72 |
| 5 | $200.63 | $376.13 | $551.20 | $727.13 | $902.42 | $1,080.30 | $1,255.80 | $46.30 |
| 6 | $229.06 | $432.12 | $632.58 | $837.20 | $1,040.00 | $1,240.20 | $1,445.08 | $52.82 |
| 8 | $286.00 | $541.49 | $798.72 | $1,053.87 | $1,313.87 | $1,568.32 | $1,827.28 | $65.94 |
| 10 | $344.50 | $653.47 | $962.00 | $1,275.73 | $1,575.17 | $1,887.60 | $2,199.17 | $79.50 |
CURRENT COMMERCIAL RATES, COMPACTED
| Size (yd3) | 1X/Week Pickup | 2X/Week Pickup | 3X/Week Pickup | 4X/Week Pickup | 5X/Week Pickup | 6X/Week Pickup | 7X/Week Pickup | Specials $16.15 |
| 2 | $226.29 | $446.33 | $666.12 | $885.73 | $1,105.43 | $1,269.32 | $1,479.05 | $52.23 |
| 3 | $317.85 | $628.94 | $940.29 | $1,251.64 | $1,563.25 | $1,875.12 | $2,186.73 | $73.36 |
| 4 | $401.09 | $811.55 | $1,213.68 | $1,616.85 | $2,020.20 | $2,422.16 | $2,823.43 | $92.55 |
| 5 | $493.13 | $994.50 | $1,489.80 | $1,983.80 | $2,478.67 | $2,974.40 | $3,468.62 | $113.81 |
| 6 | $581.10 | $1,178.32 | $1,763.58 | $2,350.40 | $2,935.40 | $3,522.48 | $4,105.92 | $134.09 |
| 8 | $774.80 | $1,543.36 | $2,309.84 | $3,078.40 | $3,848.00 | $4,617.60 | $5,384.77 | $178.78 |
FY24 Commercial Rates, Compacted
| Size (yd3) | 1X/Week Pickup | 2X/Week Pickup | 3X/Week Pickup | 4X/Week Pickup | 5X/Week Pickup | 6X/Week Pickup | 7X/Week Pickup | Specials $16.84 |
| 2 | $235.91 | $465.23 | $694.46 | $923.52 | $1,152.23 | $1,323.40 | $1,542.15 | $54.45 |
| 3 | $331.37 | $655.72 | $980.07 | $1,304.68 | $1,629.55 | $1,954.68 | $2,279.55 | $76.48 |
| 4 | $422.93 | $843.44 | $1,264.12 | $1,684.80 | $2,104.27 | $2,523.04 | $2,926.56 | $96.48 |
| 5 | $518.48 | $1,035.23 | $1,550.90 | $2,067.00 | $2,583.75 | $3,099.20 | $3,599.05 | $118.65 |
| 6 | $614.12 | $1,225.64 | $1,837.68 | $2,448.16 | $3,060.20 | $3,669.12 | $4,240.60 | $139.79 |
| 8 | $807.73 | $1,609.23 | $2,407.60 | $3,208.75 | $4,010.93 | $4,813.12 | $5,612.88 | $186.38 |
CURRENT MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL RATES, UNCOMPACTED
| Size (yd3) | 1X/Week Pickup | 2X/Week Pickup | 3X/Week Pickup | 4X/Week Pickup | 5X/Week Pickup | 6X/Week Pickup | 7X/Week Pickup | Specials $16.15 |
| 1 | $74.53 | $129.13 | $183.69 | $238.33 | $292.93 | $347.36 | $401.92 | $17.20 |
| 2 | $92.65 | $164.49 | $237.12 | $308.53 | $380.90 | $451.88 | $524.16 | $21.37 |
| 3 | $112.06 | $201.50 | $291.33 | $380.64 | $469.95 | $558.48 | $649.74 | $25.86 |
| 4 | $130.35 | $237.47 | $344.76 | $451.36 | $556.40 | $663.52 | $771.68 | $30.09 |
| 5 | $149.07 | $274.73 | $399.75 | $523.47 | $647.83 | $772.20 | $899.38 | $34.39 |
| 6 | $167.44 | $309.92 | $452.40 | $594.88 | $739.70 | $878.28 | $1,021.02 | $38.66 |
| 8 | $204.88 | $380.64 | $558.48 | $734.93 | $913.47 | $1,089.92 | $1,269.15 | $47.31 |
| 10 | $243.97 | $454.13 | $663.00 | $873.60 | $1,081.17 | $1,292.20 | $1,504.53 | $56.34 |
FY24 Multi-Family Residential Rates, Uncompacted
| Size (yd3) | 1X/Week Pickup | 2X/Week Pickup | 3X/Week Pickup | 4X/Week Pickup | 5X/Week Pickup | 6X/Week Pickup | 7X/Week Pickup | Specials $16.84 |
| 1 | $77.70 | $134.59 | $191.49 | $248.39 | $305.28 | $362.18 | $418.90 | $17.93 |
| 2 | $96.55 | $171.43 | $247.26 | $321.71 | $396.93 | $471.12 | $546.61 | $22.28 |
| 3 | $116.87 | $210.08 | $303.81 | $396.76 | $490.10 | $581.88 | $677.04 | $26.96 |
| 4 | $135.89 | $247.52 | $359.32 | $470.77 | $579.80 | $691.60 | $804.44 | $31.37 |
| 5 | $155.35 | $286.43 | $416.65 | $546.00 | $674.92 | $804.70 | $937.30 | $35.85 |
| 6 | $174.46 | $322.92 | $471.90 | $619.84 | $770.90 | $915.72 | $1,064.70 | $40.30 |
| 8 | $213.55 | $396.59 | $582.40 | $766.83 | $951.60 | $1,135.68 | $1,322.53 | $49.32 |
| 10 | $254.37 | $473.20 | $691.60 | $910.00 | $1,126.67 | $1,346.80 | $1,568.23 | $58.73 |
CURRENT MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL RATES, COMPACTED
| Size (yd3) | 1X/Week Pickup | 2X/Week Pickup | 3X/Week Pickup | 4X/Week Pickup | 5X/Week Pickup | 6X/Week Pickup | 7X/Week Pickup | Specials $16.15 |
| 2 | $157.21 | $308.19 | $458.64 | $609.44 | $759.63 | $910.00 | $1,059.85 | $36.27 |
| 3 | $214.37 | $421.98 | $628.68 | $836.68 | $1,043.90 | $1,251.90 | $1,459.64 | $49.46 |
| 4 | $270.57 | $535.95 | $800.28 | $1,065.65 | $1,329.47 | $1,592.24 | $1,855.19 | $60.22 |
| 5 | $328.25 | $650.00 | $971.10 | $1,292.20 | $1,614.17 | $1,937.00 | $2,258.32 | $78.07 |
| 6 | $385.06 | $763.36 | $1,141.14 | $1,520.48 | $1,899.30 | $2,279.16 | $2,655.38 | $88.83 |
| 8 | $498.51 | $990.77 | $1,483.04 | $1,974.61 | $2,464.80 | $2,957.76 | $3,448.29 | $115.04 |
FY24 Multi-Family Residential Rates, Compacted
| Size (yd3) | 1X/Week Pickup | 2X/Week Pickup | 3X/Week Pickup | 4X/Week Pickup | 5X/Week Pickup | 6X/Week Pickup | 7X/Week Pickup | Specials $16.84 |
| 2 | $163.89 | $321.36 | $478.14 | $635.44 | $792.13 | $948.48 | $1,104.74 | $37.81 |
| 3 | $223.47 | $439.92 | $655.59 | $872.04 | $1,088.10 | $1,304.94 | $1,521.52 | $51.56 |
| 4 | $282.01 | $558.83 | $834.08 | $1,110.72 | $1,385.80 | $1,659.84 | $1,934.05 | $62.78 |
| 5 | $342.12 | $677.73 | $1,012.05 | $1,346.80 | $1,682.42 | $2,018.90 | $2,353.87 | $81.39 |
| 6 | $401.44 | $795.60 | $1,189.50 | $1,584.96 | $1,979.90 | $2,375.88 | $2,768.22 | $92.61 |
| 8 | $519.65 | $1,033.07 | $1,546.48 | $2,059.20 | $2,568.80 | $3,082.56 | $3,593.89 | $119.93 |
CURRENT CARDBOARD RATES
| Size (yd3) | 1X/Week Pickup | 2X/Week Pickup | 3X/Week Pickup | 4X/Week Pickup | 5X/Week Pickup | 6X/Week Pickup | 7X/Week Pickup | Specials $16.15 |
| 2 | $41.34 | $82.68 | $124.02 | $165.36 | $206.70 | $248.04 | $289.38 | $9.55 |
| 3 | $54.86 | $109.72 | $164.58 | $219.44 | $274.30 | $329.16 | $384.02 | $12.67 |
| 4 | $68.64 | $137.28 | $205.92 | $274.56 | $343.20 | $411.84 | $480.48 | $15.85 |
| 6 | $68.64 | $137.28 | $205.92 | $274.56 | $343.20 | $411.84 | $480.48 | $15.81 |
| 8 | $68.29 | $136.59 | $204.88 | $273.17 | $341.47 | $409.76 | $478.05 | $15.77 |
FY24 Cardboard Rates
| Size (yd3) | 1X/Week Pickup | 2X/Week Pickup | 3X/Week Pickup | 4X/Week Pickup | 5X/Week Pickup | 6X/Week Pickup | 7X/Week Pickup | Specials $16.84 |
| 2 | $43.07 | $86.15 | $129.22 | $172.29 | $215.37 | $258.44 | $301.51 | $9.96 |
| 3 | $57.20 | $114.40 | $171.60 | $228.80 | $286.00 | $343.20 | $400.40 | $13.21 |
| 4 | $71.59 | $143.17 | $214.76 | $286.35 | $357.93 | $429.52 | $501.11 | $16.52 |
| 6 | $71.50 | $143.00 | $214.50 | $286.00 | $357.50 | $429.00 | $500.50 | $16.48 |
| 8 | $71.07 | $142.13 | $213.20 | $284.27 | $355.33 | $426.40 | $497.47 | $16.44 |
ROLL-OFF OPEN TOP (PER PULL)
| Size | Dimensions (LxWxH)* | Current Pull Charge | FY24 Pull Charge | Current Disposal (per ton) | FY24 Disposal (per ton) |
| 20 Yard | 21ft. x 7.5ft. x 5ft. | $216.92 | $226.06 | $47.75 | $51.00 |
| 30 Yard | 23ft. x 7.5ft. x 6ft. | $236.72 | $246.66 | $47.75 | $51.00 |
| 40 Yard | 23ft. x 7.5ft. x 8ft. | $256.52 | $267.26 | $47.75 | $51.00 |
*Sizes vary by manufacturer
COMMERCIAL ROLL-OFF COMPACTOR (PER PULL)
| Size | Dimensions (LxWxH)* | Current Pull Charge | FY24 Pull Charge | Disposal (per ton) | FY24 Disposal (per ton) |
| 20 Yard | 21ft. x 7.5ft. x 5ft. | $335.72 | $349.66 | $47.75 | $51.00 |
| 30 Yard | 23ft. x 7.5ft. x 6ft. | $414.92 | $432.06 | $47.75 | $51.00 |
| 40 Yard | 23ft. x 7.5ft. x 8ft. | $494.12 | $514.46 | $47.75 | $51.00 |
*Maintenance charges may also apply.
Current Multi-Family Roll-Off Compactor (Per Pull)
- $6.19 per residential unit per month
- Service charge: $1.98 (charged each time the City provides service, per cubic yard of waste)
- Pull charge: $177.32 (flat fee charged each time the City provides service)
- Actual disposal costs
- Maintenance and other charges may also apply
FY24 Multi-Family Roll-Off Compactor (Per Pull)
- $6.45 per residential unit per month
- Service charge: $2.06 (charged each time the City provides service, per cubic yard of waste)
- Pull charge: $184.86 (flat fee charged each time the City provides service)
- Actual disposal costs
- Maintenance and other charges may also apply
Current Additional Charges For Roll-Off
- Placement Fee: $12.27 (one-time fee for placement of container)
- Service Charge: $1.98 (charged each time the City provides service, per cubic yard of waste)
- Pull Charge: $177.32 (flat fee charged each time the City provides service)
- Disposal Charge: $47.75 (charged each time the City provides service, per ton of waste)
- Overloaded/Blocked Container: $61.41 (charged each time the container is blocked or overloaded during service)
- Cleaning Fee: $42.98 (charged upon request of customer for the City to clean container)
FY24 Additional Charges For Roll-Off
- Placement Fee: $12.79 (one-time fee for placement of container)
- Service Charge: $2.06 (charged each time the City provides service, per cubic yard of waste)
- Pull Charge: $184.86 (flat fee charged each time the City provides service)
- Disposal Charge: $51.00 (charged each time the City provides service, per ton of waste)
- Overloaded/Blocked Container: $64.02 (charged each time the container is blocked or overloaded during service)
- Cleaning Fee: $44.81 (charged upon request of customer for the City to clean container)
Stormwater
The City must collect and manage stormwater runoff to prevent flooding and protect the local bays and surface waters. Fees are charged to pay for this collection and to develop a future drainage system that will protect the environment and keep St. Pete’s streets from flooding during heavy rains. Residents are charged a fee based on the amount of impervious surface at their property—the square footage that does not allow rain to be absorbed into the ground. Every utility customer pays a monthly stormwater fee, regardless of whether or not other services on the property have been discontinued.
STORMWATER RATES
Stormwater fees are charged on a tiered billing structure in which single-family properties are classified into tiers, based on the square footage of impervious surface area (surfaces that water runs off). An impervious surface is any surface within a property that does not allow water to seep into the ground. Examples of impervious surfaces include roofing, patios, porches, pavers, walkways, driveways, and parking areas. Surfaces like grass, landscaped beds, dirt, crushed shells, and rock beds are NOT impervious surfaces.
Stormwater Utility Rates: Frequently Asked Questions
Single-Family Properties
| Tier | Property Impervious Surface Area | Current Fee | FY24 Fee |
| Tier 1 | 1,600 or less | $7.33 | $7.95 |
| Tier 2 | 1,601 - 3,200 | $14.58 | $15.82 |
| Tier 3 | 3,201 - 4,800 | $22.90 | $24.85 |
| Tier 4 | 4,801 or greater | $34.17 | $37.07 |
Non-Single-Family Properties
Non-single-family or commercial properties are charged a fee based on the number of Single-Family Residential Units (SFRUs) their impervious area represents. One SFRU is equal to the impervious surface area of a typical single-family property in the city, which has been determined to be 2,406 square feet of impervious surface area.
- Current Non-Single Family Impervious Area (ERU): $14.58
- FY24 Non-Single Family Impervious Area (ERU): $15.82
Example of SFRU Calculation:
- 1 SFRU =2,406 square feet of impervious surface area
- Monthly rate per SFRU of $14.58
- Commercial Property has 23,800 square feet of impervious surface
- 23,800 square feet of impervious surface area / 2,406 square feet per SFRU = 9.89 SFRU’s
- 9.89 SFRU’s x $14.58 = $144.20 monthly stormwater utility fee
Stormwater Review & Appeals Portal
Customers can view their property’s impervious surface area measurement in the Stormwater Review and Appeals Portal. Through this portal, customers can submit an appeal for reevaluation if they feel the property has been measured incorrectly. For assistance in using the portal, watch the video below, email stormwater.appeals@stpete.org or call 727-893-7280.
Stormwater Review and Appeals Portal
Stormwater Rebates & Credits
Rebates and credits are available to single-family residential and non-single family stormwater utility customers. To learn more about these programs, use the links below.
Stormwater Utility Fee CreditsReclaimed Water Services
Some parts of the city have access to reclaimed water, or recycled wastewater that is used for lawn and garden watering. Reclaimed water is billed monthly depending on the size of the property. Properties of one acre or less pay a flat monthly rate. Properties greater than one acre are charged for the initial acre plus each additional acre or fraction thereof. Billing questions, call 727-893-7341. Service questions, call 727-892-5111.
RECLAIMED WATER RATES
Per Month (not available in all areas)
Unmetered Service
- Current one acre or less: $31.39
- Current each additional acre: $17.99
FY24 Unmetered Service
- One acre or less: $34.06
- Each additional acre: $19.52
Metered Service
- Per 1,000 gallons: $.88 ($31.39 minimum)
Plus 10% tax within city limits. Rates outside city limits are 125% of City rates.
FY24 Metered Service
- Per 1,000 gallons: $.95 ($34.06 minimum)
IRRIGATION-ONLY WATER SERVICE RATES
New Connections
All new connections to the water mains for irrigation-only purposes shall be made by the City. The following connection charges shall apply.
Irrigation-Only Water Services
This potable water meter is for use with an in-ground irrigation system. The billing on this meter will have Irrigation Only utility rates. With this meter, the costs are greater for the water volume, however you do not incur sewer charges. The Irrigation-Only water meter policy does not allow above-ground connections like garden hoses, hose bibs or faucets, and/ or the like.
| Meter Size (inches) | Current Connection Charges | FY24 Connection Charges |
| 5/8” x 3/4” | $975.00 | $1,033.50 |
| 1" | $1,275.00 | $1,351.50 |
| 1 1/2" | $3,910.00 | $4,144.60 |
Charges for connections in this section include the costs of: tap, meter, meter setting, backflow preventer as required by Chapter 27, labor and other materials to complete such connection.
- Water service connection charges for irrigation-only purposes do not include water main extensions which may be required to extend the water system to the customer's property.
- Payment for water services larger than those listed in the above table and for water main extensions shall be made in advance based upon an estimated cost. Upon completion of the installation, actual charges for the connection will be determined and a refund or additional charge billed to the customer. Actual costs shall not exceed 10% more than the estimated cost.
Existing Connections
Customers with two potable water connections; one serving domestic water use and the other serving as an irrigation-only connection may request to have the customer's irrigation connection designated as an irrigation-only account. Any customer wishing to convert an existing account to an irrigation-only account shall be required to go through a Water Resources Department review process and pay the following connection charges.
| Meter Size (inches) | Current Connection Charges | FY24 Connection Charges |
| 5/8” x 3/4” | $630.00 | $667.80 |
| 1" and larger | $825.00 | $874.50 |
Customers requesting an existing irrigation-only water service to be designated as an irrigation-only account shall submit a request to the City on provided forms. Upon designation of the account as an irrigation-only account, the City may take a minimum of two billing cycles for this service to be activated and irrigation-only charges to be used in calculating a customer's bill. No retroactive refunds shall be given to customers for existing irrigation-only water service account.
Current Monthly Irrigation-Only Account Charges
Customers with an irrigation-only account shall not be charged fees for wastewater services for that account but shall pay a base charge based on the meter connection size and shall pay a tiered volume rate based on water consumption as follows:
| Volume Rates (per 1,000 Gallons) | Consumption Ranges (in Gallons) | ||||||
| Meter Size (inches) | Base Fee* | Tier 1 | Tier 2 | Tier 3 | Tier 1 | Tier 2 | Tier 3 |
| 5/8” x 3/4” | $16.78 | $5.48 | $8.24 | $19.48 | 0-15,000 | 15,001-20,000 | >20,000 |
| 1 | $37.45 | $5.48 | $8.24 | $19.48 | 0-37,000 | 37,001-50,000 | >50,000 |
| 1.5 | $71.90 | $5.48 | $8.24 | $19.48 | 0-75,000 | 75,001-100,000 | >100,000 |
| 2 | $113.24 | $5.48 | $8.24 | $19.48 | 0-120,000 | 120,001-160,000 | >160,000 |
| 3 | $223.48 | $5.48 | $8.24 | $19.48 | 0-240,000 | 240,001-320,000 | >320,000 |
| 4 | $347.49 | $5.48 | $8.24 | $19.48 | 0-375,000 | 375,001-500,000 | >500,000 |
| 6 | $691.99 | $5.48 | $8.24 | $19.48 | 0-750,000 | 750,001-1,000,000 | >1,000,000 |
| 8 | $1,105.38 | $5.48 | $8.24 | $19.48 | 0-1,200,000 | 1,200,001-1,600,000 | >1,600,000 |
| 10 | $1,587.67 | $5.48 | $8.24 | $19.48 | 0-1,750,000 | 1,750,001-2,300,000 | >2,300,000 |
| 12 | $2,965.64 | $5.48 | $8.24 | $19.48 | 0-3,225,000 | 3,225,001-4,300,000 | >4,300,000 |
| Tampa Bay Water: | $2.58 per 1,000 Gallons | ||||||
| *Base charges include an annual inspection fee divided by 12 | |||||||
A surcharge of 25% shall be added to all charges established in this section for irrigation-only service outside the city.
FY24 Monthly Irrigation-Only Account Charges
| Volume Rates (per 1,000 Gallons) | Consumption Ranges (in Gallons) | ||||||
| Meter Size (inches) | Base Fee* | Tier 1 | Tier 2 | Tier 3 | Tier 1 | Tier 2 | Tier 3 |
| 5/8” x 3/4” | $18.95 | $5.96 | $8.94 | $21.14 | 0-15,000 | 15,001-20,000 | >20,000 |
| 1 | $41.38 | $5.96 | $8.94 | $21.14 | 0-37,000 | 37,001-50,000 | >50,000 |
| 1.5 | $78.75 | $5.96 | $8.94 | $21.14 | 0-75,000 | 75,001-100,000 | >100,000 |
| 2 | $123.60 | $5.96 | $8.94 | $21.14 | 0-120,000 | 120,001-160,000 | >160,000 |
| 3 | $243.20 | $5.96 | $8.94 | $21.14 | 0-240,000 | 240,001-320,000 | >320,000 |
| 4 | $377.75 | $5.96 | $8.94 | $21.14 | 0-375,000 | 375,001-500,000 | >500,000 |
| 6 | $751.50 | $5.96 | $8.94 | $21.14 | 0-750,000 | 750,001-1,000,000 | >1,000,000 |
| 8 | $1,200.00 | $5.96 | $8.94 | $21.14 | 0-1,200,000 | 1,200,001-1,600,000 | >1,600,000 |
| 10 | $1,723.25 | $5.96 | $8.94 | $21.14 | 0-1,750,000 | 1,750,001-2,300,000 | >2,300,000 |
| 12 | $3,218.25 | $5.96 | $8.94 | $21.14 | 0-3,225,000 | 3,225,001-4,300,000 | >4,300,000 |
| Tampa Bay Water: | $2.61 per 1,000 Gallons | ||||||
| *Base charges include an annual inspection fee divided by 12 | |||||||