New water rates start January 2026
The Denver Board of Water Commissioners adopted rate changes to help pay for important upgrades, projects and ongoing maintenance and repair work to keep its system operating efficiently while keeping rates as low as good service will allow.
The new rates take effect Jan. 1, 2026.
Denver Water expects to invest $1.7 billion over the next 10 years in projects that will maintain, repair, protect and upgrade the system and make it more resilient and flexible in the future. The utility is committed to ensuring the system can reliably deliver safe, clean and affordable water to its customers while managing the impacts of the larger economy, from inflation to supply chain issues.
Treated Water Rates
For meters read on or after Jan. 1, 2026.
Monthly Fixed Charges, $ per Bill
| Meter Size (inches) | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| ⅝″ & ¾″ | $20.91 |
| 1″ | $31.30 |
| 1 ½″ | $60.88 |
| 2″ | $102.31 |
| 3″ | $220.76 |
| 4″ | $386.50 |
| 6″ | $860.29 |
| 8″ | $1,522.47 |
| 10″ | $2,375.18 |
| 12″ | $3,418.41 |
Treated Water Volume Rates, $ per 1,000 gallons
Nonresidential Customers
| Tier | Monthly consumption (gallons) | Rate per 1,000 gallons |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 0 to average winter consumption (AWC) — see Notes 3 and 4 | $3.55 |
| Tier 2 | AWC to 4 × AWC | $4.97 |
| Tier 3 | Greater than 4 × AWC | $5.68 |
Irrigation Only Customers
| Rate per 1,000 gallons | |
|---|---|
| Winter (Nov. 1 through April 30) | $1.85 |
| Summer (May 1 through Oct. 31) | $7.40 |
Private Fireline
| Fireline Size (inches) | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| 1″ | $3.78 |
| 2″ | $6.31 |
| 4″ | $9.74 |
| 6″ | $13.92 |
| 8″ | $24.36 |
| 10″ | $34.80 |
| 12″ | $55.68 |
| 16″ | $139.20 |
| Fire Hydrants | $13.92 |
Monthly Fixed Charges, $ per Bill
| Meter Size (inches) | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| ⅝″ & ¾″ | $20.91 |
| 1″ | $31.30 |
| 1 ½″ | $60.88 |
| 2″ | $102.31 |
| 3″ | $220.76 |
| 4″ | $386.50 |
| 6″ | $860.29 |
| 8″ | $1,522.47 |
| 10″ | $2,375.18 |
| 12″ | $3,418.41 |
Treated Water Volume Rates, $ per 1,000 gallons
Nonresidential Customers
| Tier | Monthly consumption (gallons) | Rate per 1,000 gallons |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 0 to average winter consumption (AWC) — see Notes 3 and 4 | $3.72 |
| Tier 2 | AWC to 4 × AWC | $5.21 |
| Tier 3 | Greater than 4 × AWC | $5.95 |
Irrigation Only Customers
| Rate per 1,000 gallons | |
|---|---|
| Winter (Nov. 1 through April 30) | $1.67 |
| Summer (May 1 through Oct. 31) | $6.68 |
Private Fireline
| Fireline Size (inches) | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| 1″ | $2.56 |
| 2″ | $4.27 |
| 4″ | $6.60 |
| 6″ | $9.43 |
| 8″ | $16.51 |
| 10″ | $23.58 |
| 12″ | $37.73 |
| 16″ | $94.32 |
| Fire Hydrants | $9.52 |
Monthly Fixed Charges, $ per Bill
| Meter Size (inches) | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| ⅝″ & ¾″ | $20.91 |
| 1″ | $31.30 |
| 1 ½″ | $60.88 |
| 2″ | $102.31 |
| 3″ | $220.76 |
| 4″ | $386.50 |
| 6″ | $860.29 |
| 8″ | $1,522.47 |
| 10″ | $2,375.18 |
| 12″ | $3,418.41 |
Treated Water Volume Rates, $ per 1,000 gallons
Nonresidential Customers
| Tier | Monthly consumption (gallons) | Rate per 1,000 gallons |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 0 to average winter consumption (AWC) — see Notes 3 and 4 | $5.11 |
| Tier 2 | AWC to 4 × AWC | $7.15 |
| Tier 3 | Greater than 4 × AWC | $8.18 |
Irrigation Only Customers
| Rate per 1,000 gallons | |
|---|---|
| Winter (Nov. 1 through April 30) | $2.47 |
| Summer (May 1 through Oct. 31) | $9.88 |
Private Fireline
| Fireline Size (inches) | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| 1″ | $4.28 |
| 2″ | $7.15 |
| 4″ | $11.05 |
| 6″ | $15.78 |
| 8″ | $27.62 |
| 10″ | $39.45 |
| 12″ | $63.13 |
| 16″ | $157.81 |
| Fire Hydrants | $15.78 |
Monthly Fixed Charges, $ per Bill
| Meter Size (inches) | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| ⅝″ & ¾″ | $20.91 |
| 1″ | $31.30 |
| 1 ½″ | $60.88 |
| 2″ | $102.31 |
| 3″ | $220.76 |
| 4″ | $386.50 |
| 6″ | $860.29 |
| 8″ | $1,522.47 |
| 10″ | $2,375.18 |
| 12″ | $3,418.41 |
Treated Water Volume Rates, $ per 1,000 gallons
| Customer Class | Rate per 1,000 gallons |
|---|---|
| Master Meter | $5.30 |
| Outside the Combined Service Area | $5.88 |
Nonpotable Water Rates
For meters read on or after Jan. 1, 2026.
Monthly Fixed Charges, $ per Bill*
| Meter Size (inches) | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| ⅝″ & ¾″ | $20.91 |
| 1″ | $31.30 |
| 1 ½″ | $60.88 |
| 2″ | $102.31 |
| 3″ | $220.76 |
| 4″ | $386.50 |
| 6″ | $860.29 |
| 8″ | $1,522.47 |
| 10″ | $2,375.18 |
| 12″ | $3,418.41 |
*Monthly fixed charges not applicable to Raw Water customers.
Nonpotable Water Volume Rates, $ per 1,000 gallons
| Customer Class | Rate per 1,000 gallons | Rate per acre foot |
|---|---|---|
| Recycled | $1.20 | $391.02 |
| Raw Water | $1.22 | $397.54 |
Monthly Fixed Charges, $ per Bill*
| Meter Size (inches) | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| ⅝″ & ¾″ | $20.91 |
| 1″ | $31.30 |
| 1 ½″ | $60.88 |
| 2″ | $102.31 |
| 3″ | $220.76 |
| 4″ | $386.50 |
| 6″ | $860.29 |
| 8″ | $1,522.47 |
| 10″ | $2,375.18 |
| 12″ | $3,418.41 |
*Monthly fixed charges not applicable to Raw Water customers.
Nonpotable Water Volume Rates, $ per 1,000 gallons
| Customer Class | Rate per 1,000 gallons | Rate per acre foot |
|---|---|---|
| Recycled | N/A | N/A |
| Raw Water | $1.62 | $527.88 |
Monthly Fixed Charges, $ per Bill*
| Meter Size (inches) | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| ⅝″ & ¾″ | $20.91 |
| 1″ | $31.30 |
| 1 ½″ | $60.88 |
| 2″ | $102.31 |
| 3″ | $220.76 |
| 4″ | $386.50 |
| 6″ | $860.29 |
| 8″ | $1,522.47 |
| 10″ | $2,375.18 |
| 12″ | $3,418.41 |
*Monthly fixed charges not applicable to Raw Water customers.
Nonpotable Water Volume Rates, $ per 1,000 gallons
| Customer Class | Rate per 1,000 gallons | Rate per acre foot |
|---|---|---|
| Recycled | $1.70 | $553.95 |
| Raw Water | $1.73 | $563.72 |
Notes
- Applicability: See Chapter 2 of Denver Water's Operating Rules.
- Payment: Bills are due and payable to Denver Water upon issuance. Monthly bills are delinquent 20 days after the billing date. Late charges will be assessed per Denver Water policy.
- Nonresidential AWC: The tier 1 threshold is based on each customer's average winter consumption (AWC). This represents demands during the system off-peak period. The AWC is the average of a customer's billed water use for the months of January, February, and March. Volume rates are applied to billed monthly usage. Tier 2 is equal to 4 times the customer's AWC. Tier 3 is for usage in excess of 4 times the AWC.
- Small Multifamily: The small multifamily class (duplex through 5-plex) is now included in the nonresidential class.