Utility Rate Structures
Beginning October 1, 2025, the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (WASD) is increasing wholesale sewer rates by $0.7257 or 19.05% and increasing wholesale water rates by $0.0675 or 2.81%. The adjusted pass-through charges will be reflected in City of Miami Beach resident bills during fiscal year 2025/2026.
The Water and Sanitary Sewer user rates include a base facility charge, consumption charge, and wholesale purchase pass-through charges from WASD. The base facility charge serves as the monthly minimum service charge for each service, varying with the size of the meter installed. The consumption charge is calculated on metered water consumption. The wholesales purchase pass-through charges are designed to recover the cost of purchased potable water to the City and the sanitary sewer treatment and disposal services as provided by WASD.
The current rate structure encourages water conservation. The price increases based on water consumption. In other words, the more you use, the more your water and/or wastewater service will cost per gallon.
Sample Residential Water Bill with a 3/4" meter consuming 5,000 gallons per month:
| FY25 | FY26 | |
| Base Facility Charge | $ 10.08 | $ 10.24 |
| Consumption Charge | $ 5.80 | $ 5.90 |
| WASD Pass-Through | $ 13.60 | $ 14.00 |
| Monthly Charge for Water Consumption | $ 29.48 | $ 30.14 |
Sample Residential Sanitary Sewer Bill with a 3/4" meter at 5,000 gallons per month:
| FY25 | FY26 | |
| Base Facility Charge | $ 9.95 | $ 10.11 |
| Consumption Charge | $ 25.10 | $ 25.50 |
| WASD Pass-Through | $ 33.20 | $ 39.90 |
| Monthly Usage Charge for Sanitary Sewer | $ 68.25 | $ 75.51 |
The sample bill in fiscal year 2026 of $105.65 has increased as compared to fiscal year 2025 which totals $97.73.
For more information about each service type, please download the appropriate rate guide below:
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