Peak residential water rates are in effect from May 16 through September 15 each year. Peak rates incorporate a three-tiered rate structure with progressively higher rates as water consumption increases. During warmer months, we depend on water stored in our mountain reservoirs to meet customer demand while leaving enough water in the rivers for fish. Peak water rates encourage customers to use water wisely.
2012 Residential Water Rates
Water Usage | Inside Seattle | Outside Seattle | Shoreline and Lake Forest Park |
Off-Peak Usage (Sept. 16 – May 15) |
$4.04 |
$4.61 |
$4.90 |
Peak Usage (May 16 – Sept. 15) | |||
First-Tier: Up to 10 CCF in 60 days |
$4.43 |
$4.95 |
$5.26 |
Second-Tier: Next 26 CCF in 60 days |
$5.15 |
$5.87 |
$6.25 |
Third-Tier: Over 36 CCF in 60 days |
$11.80 |
$13.45 |
$14.31 |
Note: One ccf equals 100 cubic feet or 748 gallons of water.