Water Rates

Current rates effective January 1, 2024

Water service charges are based on your water meter size and the amount of water used.

1 Cubic Foot = 7.48 Gallons
100 Cubic Feet = 748 Gallons

Most residential customers have a 5/8-inch water meter. The minimum quarterly charge includes up to 1,200 cubic feet of water. If your water usage exceeds that allowance, additional usage is billed according to the rate schedule below.


Annual Metered Service

For customers receiving year-round water service.

Quarterly Water Usage Rates

Water Usage Per Quarter Rate
First 1,200 cubic feet Included in the minimum quarterly charge
Next 1,500 cubic feet $2.51 per 100 cubic feet
Next 12,000 cubic feet $2.08 per 100 cubic feet
Over 14,700 cubic feet $1.58 per 100 cubic feet

Minimum Quarterly Charges

The minimum quarterly charge is based on your water meter size and includes the amount of water shown below.

Meter Size Minimum Quarterly Charge Water Included
5/8″ $37.16 1,200 cubic feet
3/4″ $59.75 2,100 cubic feet
1″ $93.53 3,600 cubic feet
1½” $174.65 7,500 cubic feet
2″ $268.25 12,000 cubic feet
3″ $447.65 22,500 cubic feet
4″ $684.65 37,500 cubic feet
6″ $1,277.15 75,000 cubic feet
8″ $1,988.15 120,000 cubic feet
10″ $2,936.15 180,000 cubic feet

Seasonal Metered Service

For customers receiving seasonal water service (May 1 – November 1).

Seasonal Water Usage Rates

Water Usage Per Season Rate
First 3,000 cubic feet Included in the minimum seasonal charge
Next 12,000 cubic feet $2.51 per 100 cubic feet
Next 15,000 cubic feet $2.08 per 100 cubic feet
Over 30,000 cubic feet $1.58 per 100 cubic feet

Minimum Seasonal Charges

The minimum seasonal charge is based on your water meter size and includes the amount of water shown below.

Meter Size Minimum Seasonal Charge Water Included
5/8″ $149.63 3,000 cubic feet
3/4″ $212.38 5,500 cubic feet
1″ $418.20 13,700 cubic feet
1½” $717.07 27,800 cubic feet
2″ $1,149.93 54,500 cubic feet

Understanding Your Water Bill

Your minimum charge is determined by the size of your water meter and includes a set amount of water usage. If your usage exceeds the included allowance, additional charges are applied based on the applicable usage rates shown above.

If you are unsure what size water meter serves your property or have questions about your bill, please contact our office and we will be happy to assist you.


Pending Rate Case

Kittery Water District has filed a rate case with the Maine Public Utilities Commission. The rates shown above remain in effect until new rates are approved and become effective.

➡️ Learn more about the current rate case.


Questions?

Kittery Water District
17 State Road
Kittery, ME 03904

Phone: (207) 439-1128

General Email: info@kitterywater.org

Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM