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Rates and Fees
Overview
Rates are based on our operating costs and maintenance made to the water and/or wastewater systems. The monthly water and/or sewer base rate on your bill is designed to recover a portion of the fixed costs created by providing water service to your home or business. To provide and maintain a reliable water supply that meets state and federal water quality standards, many expenses are unavoidable. These expenses include the cost of maintaining the supply, treatment, distribution, and service facilities, including vehicles, fuel, and equipment. These are costs we must pay whether water is used or not. The monthly minimum rate does not vary with consumption, unlike the usage charge, which relates to the gallons used per month. These rates are developed using thorough financial planning that utilizes professional rate advisors and long-term financial projections.
The minimum monthly charge for standard metered water service is $35.00. The usage charges each month are based on how many gallons of water are used during the billing cycle and are charged based on the customer’s rate classification. A chart of JCSUD’s current rate structure is below.
JCSUD's rate classes are designed to encourage responsible water use where possible and promote fair rates for those who cannot easily conserve. By aligning rates with the appropriate customer class, JCSUD aims to protect valuable water resources, support infrastructure maintenance, and continue delivering reliable service to all customers across the communities we serve. Customers can contact our office to verify their rate classification or if they feel like they qualify for a different class.
Monthly Rates for Metered Water - Effective July 1, 2025:
Residential
| Tier (in Gallons) | Cost per 1,000 Gallons |
|---|---|
| 0 to 5,000 | $5.00 |
| 5,001 to 12,000 | $6.65 |
| 12,001 to 30,000 | $9.00 |
| over 30,000 | $12.30 |
Commercial
| Tier (in Gallons) | Cost per 1,000 Gallons |
|---|---|
| 0 - 12,000 | $5.52 |
| 12,001 - 30,000 | $7.35 |
| 30,001 - 60,000 | $9.94 |
| 60,001+ | $13.59 |
Institutional/Agriculture
| Tier (in Gallons) | Cost per 1,000 Gallons |
|---|---|
| All Volumes | $6.65 |
Irrigation
| Tier (in Gallons) | Cost per 1,000 Gallons |
|---|---|
| 0 - 15,000 | $7.35 |
| 15,001 - 30,000 | $10.29 |
| 30,001 - 60,000 | $14.40 |
| 60,001+ | $20.16 |
Sewer rates for customers in the Joshua area served by JCSUD:
- Monthly Residential minimum - $25.00;
- Multi-Unit accounts shall be charged a monthly minimum of $20.00 per unit;
- Commercial accounts will be charged a monthly minimum of $37.50.
In addition to the minimum charge, the usage charge shall be added at the following rate during any one billing period:
- $5.50 per thousand gallons.
- Up to a maximum of 12,000 gallons of water usage for residential accounts;
- All non-residential accounts shall be charged for actual usage.
For additional information relating to other rates and service fees please refer to JCSUD Service Policy.