Current Utility Rates
UTILITY RATES & Charges
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.
Utility Rate Changes for Fiscal Year 2023
Utility rates and charges are evaluated on a yearly basis and are updated annually per City Council adoption. Between July and September 2022, St. Petersburg City Council considered adjustments to water, wastewater, reclaimed water, stormwater, and sanitation utility rates and charges for Fiscal Year 2023, which begins on Oct. 1, 2022. Final adoption was voted on at a Public Hearing on September 8, 2022.
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.
Resources
View the Utility Rate Changes Toolkit below to learn about these topics and more:
- What utility fees support
- Why rates are changing
- The proposed changes
- Affordability and assistance
- Conserving water and saving money
Questions can be directed to 727-893-7280.
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 or email Utility.Bill@stpete.org 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.
Water & Wastewater Bill Assistance
The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is a federally funded program that helps income-qualified families with water and wastewater costs. Find details and the application at pcul.org/housing.
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 | Base Charge |
| 5/8” x 3/4” | $13.78 |
| 1" | $34.45 |
| 1.5" | $68.90 |
| 2" | $110.24 |
| 3" | $220.48 |
| 4" | $344.49 |
| 6" | $688.99 |
| 8" | $1,102.38 |
| 10" | $1,584.67 |
| 12" | $2,962.64 |
TBW=Tampa Bay Water Cost at $2.58 per 1,000 gallons. TBW charge is applied to total water volume.
Plus Additional Volume Charges
| Single-Family Dwelling | Per 1,000 gallons |
| First 5,600 gallons | $2.40 |
| Next 2,400 gallons | $3.66 |
| Next 7,000 gallons | $5.93 |
| Next 5,000 gallons | $8.65 |
| Over 20,000 gallons | $19.88 |
| Multi-Family Dwelling | Per 1,000 gallons |
| First 5,600 gallons | $2.40 |
| Next 2,400 gallons | $3.66 |
| Next 7,000 gallons | $5.93 |
| Over 15,000 gallons | $8.65 |
Volume for Multi-Family is divided by the number of dwelling units served by the water meter.
| Commercial | Per 1,000 gallons |
| Up to average | $2.40 |
| Average - 1.4 x average | $4.22 |
| 1.4 to 1.8 x average | $5.93 |
| Over 1.8 x average | $7.43 |
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.
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 | Base Charge |
| 5/8” x 3/4” | $23.98 |
| 1" | $59.96 |
| 1.5" | $119.91 |
| 2" | $191.86 |
| 3" | $383.71 |
| 4" | $599.55 |
| 6" | $1,199.11 |
| 8" | $1,918.57 |
| 10" | $2,757.95 |
| 12" | $5,156.16 |
Plus Volume Charges
- For each 1,000 gallons of water registered on the water meter: $9.20
- 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 $26.43 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: 727-893-7838 (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 | |
| Single-Family Residence | $27.42 | |
| Single-Family Residence - each additional (90 gal.) automated container | $15.13 | |
| Multi-Family Residence - per unit | $27.42 | |
| Business or Institution - one automated (90 gal.) automated container | $27.42 | |
| Business or Institution - each additional. (90 gal.) automated container | $15.13 |
Once-Weekly Trash Collection
Single-Family Residence: $21.73
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
Single-Family Residence: $3.62
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
Single-Family Residence
- One automated (90 gal.) container or 2 cans, manual system: $65.42
- Each additional can or container: $32.06
Multi-Family Residence
- $65.42 per unit
Business or Institution
- One automated (90 gal.) container or 2 cans, manual system: $65.42
- Each additional can or container: $32.06
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
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
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
ROLL-OFF OPEN TOP (PER PULL)
| Size | Dimensions (LxWxH)* | Pull Charge | Disposal (per ton) |
| 20 Yard | 21ft. x 7.5ft. x 5ft. | $216.92 | $47.75 |
| 30 Yard | 23ft. x 7.5ft. x 6ft. | $236.72 | $47.75 |
| 40 Yard | 23ft. x 7.5ft. x 8ft. | $256.52 | $47.75 |
*Sizes vary by manufacturer
COMMERCIAL ROLL-OFF COMPACTOR (PER PULL)
| Size | Dimensions (LxWxH)* | Pull Charge | Disposal (per ton) |
| 20 Yard | 21ft. x 7.5ft. x 5ft. | $335.72 | $47.75 |
| 30 Yard | 23ft. x 7.5ft. x 6ft. | $414.92 | $47.75 |
| 40 Yard | 23ft. x 7.5ft. x 8ft. | $494.12 | $47.75 |
*Maintenance charges may also apply.
Multifamily Roll-Off Compactor (Per Pull)
- $6.19 per residential unit per month
- $177.32 per pull
- Actual disposal costs
- Maintenance and other charges may also apply
Images of Open Top Roll-off Containers
Additional Charges For Roll-Off
- Container Service Charge: $1.98 per cubic yard
- Placement Fee: $12.27 (one-time fee for placement of container)
- Pull Charge: $177.32 (flat fee charged each time the City provides service)
- Service Charge: $1.98 (charged each time the City provides service, per cubic yard of waste)
- 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)
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 | Fee |
| Tier 1 | 1,600 or less | $7.33 |
| Tier 2 | 1,601 - 3,200 | $14.58 |
| Tier 3 | 3,201 - 4,800 | $22.90 |
| Tier 4 | 4,801 or greater | $34.17 |
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.
- Non-Single Family Impervious Area (ERU): $14.58
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 & Irrigation-Only 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
- One acre or less: $31.39
- Each additional acre: $17.99
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.
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.
| Meter Size (inches) | Connection Charges |
| 5/8” x 3/4” | $975.00 |
| 1" | $1,275.00 |
| 1 1/2" | $3,910.00 |
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) | Connection Charges |
| 5/8” x 3/4” | $630.00 |
| 1" and larger | $825.00 |
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.
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 Fee1 | 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 | ||||||