Pasadena Water Bill Cost, Average Monthly Amount and 2026 Rates
Use this guide to understand how much a City of Pasadena, Texas water bill may cost in 2026. It explains the official water, sewer and garbage rate schedule, sample monthly bill amounts, 65+ discount, online payment fee, late fee, account help, and the best way to estimate your own bill before it arrives.
For a standard single-family residential account with a 5/8-inch meter, the official FY 2026 minimum combined bill is $62.02. That includes water, sewer and garbage. A qualified 65+ residential account has a lower minimum of $36.34.
Your actual monthly bill depends mainly on how many gallons of water you use. Sewer is calculated as 90% of water usage for residential accounts, and garbage is included as a fixed monthly charge in the residential minimum bill.
Pasadena Water Bill Cost Quick Facts
These numbers help you understand the bill before calculating a full estimate.
What This Pasadena Water Bill Cost Guide Covers
Pasadena Water Bill Average Amount by Usage
The easiest way to estimate a Pasadena water bill is to start with the official minimum bill, then add usage charges above the minimum blocks. The examples below use the standard residential under-65 rate and include water, sewer and garbage.
| Monthly water use | Estimated water charge | Estimated sewer charge | Garbage charge | Estimated total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2,000 gallons or less | $14.04 | $14.03 | $33.95 | $62.02 |
| 3,000 gallons | $17.96 | About $16.77 | $33.95 | About $68.68 |
| 5,000 gallons | $25.80 | About $23.81 | $33.95 | About $83.56 |
| 8,000 gallons | $37.56 | About $34.49 | $33.95 | About $106.00 |
| 10,000 gallons | $46.70 | About $42.72 | $33.95 | About $123.37 |
Pasadena TX FY 2026 Water, Sewer and Garbage Rates
The official FY 2026 rate schedule lists residential water and sewer blocks per 1,000 gallons. Garbage is included as a fixed monthly charge in the residential minimum bill.
Standard single-family residential rates
| Service | Usage block | FY 2026 rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | Up to 2,000 gallons | $14.04 minimum | First block included in residential minimum. |
| Water | Next 6,000 gallons | $3.92 per 1,000 gallons | Applies after first 2,000 gallons. |
| Water | Next 2,000 gallons | $4.57 per 1,000 gallons | Higher tier as usage increases. |
| Water | Next 2,000 gallons | $5.22 per 1,000 gallons | Applies after prior blocks. |
| Water | Next 18,000 gallons | $6.53 per 1,000 gallons | High-use residential block. |
| Water | Over 30,000 gallons | $7.19 per 1,000 gallons | Highest listed residential block. |
| Sewer | Up to 2,000 gallons | $14.03 minimum | Sewer is based on 90% of water use. |
| Sewer | Next 5,000 gallons | $3.91 per 1,000 gallons | Based on sewer-billed usage. |
| Sewer | Next 2,000 gallons | $4.57 per 1,000 gallons | Mid-tier sewer rate. |
| Sewer | Over 9,000 gallons | $5.22 per 1,000 gallons | Higher sewer-billed usage. |
| Garbage | Monthly fixed charge | $33.95 | Included in standard residential minimum total. |
How to Estimate Your Pasadena Water Bill Manually
Use this method when you know your monthly usage from the bill or meter reading. It gives a practical estimate before you open the official calculator or payment portal.
Find your monthly water usage
Look at your bill and find gallons used for the billing period. Do not use daily usage unless you multiply it by the number of days in the billing cycle.
Apply the residential water blocks
The first 2,000 gallons are covered by the $14.04 water minimum. Usage above that is billed through the tiered per-1,000-gallon rates.
Calculate sewer at 90% of water use
Multiply your water gallons by 0.90 to estimate sewer-billed gallons. Then apply the sewer rate blocks.
Add garbage
For a standard under-65 residential account, add the $33.95 garbage charge shown in the FY 2026 minimum bill.
Add account-specific items
Include past-due balance, late fee, online service fee, deposit, adjustment, returned payment, or other account-specific charges if they appear on your bill.
Pasadena 65+ Discounted Water, Sewer and Garbage Rates
Pasadena offers discounted rates for customers age 65 or older. The City payment page says the reduced rates are available only for primary residences and require documentation.
| 65+ residential item | FY 2026 amount | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Water minimum | $8.61 | Lower first-block water charge. |
| Sewer minimum | $6.52 | Lower first-block sewer charge. |
| Garbage | $21.21 | Discounted garbage portion. |
| Minimum total | $36.34 | Minimum monthly total before extra usage or account charges. |
Pasadena Water Bill Payment Fee, Due Date and Late Fee
The City payment page says customers have 18 days from the bill date to pay without penalty. Payments not received by the due-by date are subject to a 10% late fee.
| Fee or rule | Official detail | Practical meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Online payment service fee | $3.25 per transaction | Add this if using online payment or IVR. |
| IVR phone payment | Call 888-647-0085 | 24-hour automated self-service, with service fee. |
| Card payment through office | 4% processing fee | Can be more expensive than fixed-fee online/IVR for larger balances. |
| Payment due timing | 18 days from bill date | Pay before the due-by date, not just before month-end. |
| Late fee | 10% if not received by due date | Late payment can raise the next balance quickly. |
| Disconnect-date warning | Do not pay online or by IVR on the disconnect date | The office may not receive the payment file until the next business day. |
Why Your Pasadena Water Bill May Be Higher Than Average
A Pasadena water bill can rise quickly when water usage moves into higher tiers. Since sewer is based on 90% of water usage, one high-usage month can raise both water and sewer at the same time.
Outdoor watering
Landscape watering, sprinklers, garden hoses and pressure washing can push the account into higher water blocks.
Toilet or plumbing leak
A running toilet can quietly add thousands of gallons. Check toilets, faucets, hose bibs, irrigation and water heater discharge lines.
Pool or large one-time use
Pool filling, cleaning, construction work or large household activity can make one bill much higher than normal.
Past-due balance or fees
A late fee, service fee, prior balance or missed payment can make the bill look like usage increased even when water use stayed normal.
Compare gallons, not only dollars
Look at usage first. If gallons increased, check leaks or outdoor water use. If gallons are similar, check fees and prior balance.
Check toilet leaks
Add food coloring to the toilet tank and wait. If color appears in the bowl without flushing, the toilet is leaking.
Call Water Billing if the account looks wrong
Call 713-475-5566 during business hours if the bill seems incorrect, the meter read looks unusual, or payment is missing.
How to Pay and Manage Your Pasadena Water Bill
The City offers online payment, IVR phone payment, bank bill pay, automatic draft, mail, office payment, drive-through, night drop and authorized payment locations. For paperless billing, the City also has an eBill portal where the statement PDF is attached to the email notification.
Open the official bill payment page
Start from the official City of Pasadena Bill Payments page.
Choose one-time payment or register
One-time payment needs your account number. Registration lets you save payment information, set up auto payments, receive payment reminders, and manage multiple accounts.
Use IVR if you prefer phone payment
Call 888-647-0085 for the automated payment system. Para español, oprima 2.
Use office contact for disconnect risk
If the account is on a disconnect date or already disconnected, call 713-475-5566 or visit the Water Billing Office during business hours.
Pasadena Water Billing Phone, Address and Hours
Use the Water Billing Office for billing, collection, customer service, disconnection, payment questions, account updates and sewer service questions connected to your monthly water bill.
Water Billing phone
Use for billing questions, disconnection payment, account issues and customer service.
Water Billing office
1202 Southmore
Pasadena, TX 77501
Mailing address
P.O. Box 1337
Pasadena, TX 77501-1337
Fax
713-475-4945
Sewer service issues
Report sewer problems to Pasadena Action Line at 713-475-5555.
| Day | Water Billing hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
Official Pasadena Water Bill Cost and Payment Resources
Use these official City resources first. They help you verify rates, pay safely, avoid late fees and understand account-specific charges.
📊 Current Rates
Official City page with current water, sewer and garbage rate information and calculator.
Open Current Rates📄 FY 2026 Rate Schedule
Official PDF showing residential, 65+, multifamily, commercial and sprinkler rates.
Open Rate PDF☎️ Water Billing Office
Official Water Billing page with phone, address, office hours and disconnection guidance.
Open Water Billing💳 Bill Payments
Official payment options, fees, late fee, due-date rules and deposit information.
Open Bill Payments📧 eBill Portal
Official paperless billing page with statement PDF email details and portal link.
Open Paperless Billing🏠 Start / Stop Service
Official page for starting water service, stopping service and account changes.
Open Service PagePasadena Water Billing Office Map
The Water Billing Office is listed at 1202 Southmore, Pasadena, TX 77501. Use this office for billing questions, account help, in-person payment, drive-through payment and disconnection-related payment help during office hours.
City of Pasadena Water Billing Office
1202 Southmore, Pasadena, Texas 77501.
FAQs About Pasadena Water Bill Cost, Average and Rates
What is the minimum Pasadena TX water bill in 2026?
The official FY 2026 residential minimum bill is $62.02 for standard residential customers. It includes water, sewer and garbage.
What is the Pasadena water bill minimum for customers age 65 or older?
The FY 2026 65+ residential minimum bill is $36.34. The discount is available for qualified primary residences with required documentation.
How is Pasadena sewer billed?
For residential accounts, sewer is based on 90% of water usage, according to the FY 2026 rate schedule.
How much is a 5,000-gallon Pasadena water bill?
Using the FY 2026 standard residential rates, a 5,000-gallon month is about $83.56 including estimated water, sewer and garbage, before any payment fee, late fee or account-specific balance.
How much is a 10,000-gallon Pasadena water bill?
Using the FY 2026 standard residential rates, a 10,000-gallon month is about $123.37 including estimated water, sewer and garbage, before any extra fees or account-specific charges.
Did Pasadena water rates increase for 2026?
Yes. The City’s current rate page says water, wastewater and garbage rates increased by 1.2%, effective October 1, 2025.
What is the Pasadena water bill late fee?
The City payment page says customers have 18 days from the bill date to pay without penalty, and payments not received by the due-by date are subject to a 10% late fee.
What is the Pasadena online water payment fee?
The official payment page lists a $3.25 service fee per online or IVR transaction.
Who do I call if my Pasadena water service is disconnected?
Call the Water Billing Office at 713-475-5566 during business hours. The City says if service is subject to disconnection or already disconnected, you must come in or call the Water Billing Office to make a payment.
Where is the Pasadena Water Billing Office?
The Water Billing Office is located at 1202 Southmore, Pasadena, TX 77501. The mailing address is P.O. Box 1337, Pasadena, TX 77501-1337.
Best Way to Estimate Pasadena Water Bill Cost in 2026
Start with the official minimum bill: $62.02 for standard residential customers or $36.34 for qualified 65+ customers. Then add extra usage based on the water and sewer blocks. Remember that residential sewer is based on 90% of water usage.
For the most accurate number, open the official City rate page or rate PDF, compare gallons used on your bill, and call 713-475-5566 if the bill has a prior balance, late fee, disconnection issue, high usage problem or missing payment.
Important Notice: This article is an independent informational guide and is not the City of Pasadena, Pasadena Water Billing Office, Paymentus, or an official payment processor. Rates, fees, due dates, late charges, office hours, payment links, service fees, discounts, account procedures and billing rules can change. Always verify urgent billing, payment, high bill, disconnection or account-specific matters directly with the City of Pasadena Water Billing Office.