Water Rates

Water rates are necessary to provide sufficient funds to operate the city's waterworks and water facilities

The Board of Alderman of the City of St. Louis is the party responsible for setting the rates for the City of St. Louis Water Division. This legislative body, consisting of alderman at large from each of the city's wards, must vote to adjust rates whenever necessary.

Notice: Water rates have changed. New rates are effective as of January 1, 2026 per Ordinance No. 71683

This is a brief overview of City of St. Louis water rates. Please see the water rates page on the Water Division website for more information.

Flat rate for domestic use

For the use of water for domestic family residence, flat or apartment purposes, for periods of three months in advance:

Room charge, each   $5.57
Water closet, each   $21.83
Baths, each   $18.31
Shower, separate from bath, each   $18.31

Sprinkling charge of $0.37 per front foot shall be assessed each three-month billing period for lawn sprinkling and other outside uses.

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