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How are utility rates determined?

Utility rates were approved by City Council as part of the City’s budget that was adopted in November after several months of presentations and review. Before the proposed budget reaches City Council, it is thoroughly reviewed by the Environmental Services Commission, a seven-member citizen advisory commission. A public hearing was also held to review public comments before the Commission provides a recommendation and City Council decided on approval.

*What does Bellevue Utilities consider when setting rates?*


* We want to maintain stable and predictable rates to avoid large rate increases in the future.
* We want to keep our rates competitive with neighboring cities.
* We want to meet the long-term needs of our customers and community.
* We want to ensure we provide the level of service expected by our community.

Learn more about Bellevue Utilities rates and* *budget at* BellevueWa.gov/utility-rates [ https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/utilities/manage-your-utility-services/water-sewer-and-storm-and-surface-water-rates?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*






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What does your utility bill pay for?

Bellevue Utilities provides essential drinking water, wastewater, and storm and surface water services that meet the needs of our growing community now and for generations to come.

*Water*

Water is fundamental to life. Providing safe, clean, and reliable water to households and businesses requires significant infrastructure. The City maintains over 600 miles of water main pipes and 24 reservoirs that can store over 40 million gallons. Aging pipes and water facilities require regular maintenance and planned upgrades to prevent service disruptions and ensure long-term reliability.

*Wastewater*

Once you have used water and it goes down the drain, it is safely collected and moved through over 600 miles of city-owned and maintained pipes to King County’s regional sewage system where it is treated. Ensuring the city’s sewer pipe system remains functional to prevent sewage overflows requires ongoing investment.

*Storm and Surface Water*

The City’s stormwater system helps prevent flooding by properly channeling excess rainwater away from streets and properties while protecting over 80 miles of open streams and more than 860 acres of protected wetlands, supporting fish and wildlife habitat.

 

2025-2026 Utility Rates

The combined utility bill, including water, sewer and storm service, will increase by 7.4% in 2025 and 6.8% in 2026 as approved by City Council. This includes external costs Bellevue Utilities pays to Cascade Water Alliance for water supply, King County for wastewater treatment, and city and state taxes. The new rate also reflects investments to maintain and manage the infrastructure needed to deliver utility services, as well as funding local operations.

*How does this impact the typical residential bill?*

The typical residential customer's average monthly bill in 2024 was $222.82. With the new rates, in 2025, the typical average monthly bill is $239.40. In 2026, the typical average monthly bill will be $255.71.

 

Do you need help paying your utility bill?

Neighbors Helping Neighbors

The budget City Council adopted in November includes resource allocation to support the city’s utility bill assistance program, given that utility rates are rising across the region. We understand many households are facing financial hardship, and we want to make sure our customers are aware of their options.

Bellevue Utilities has both short-term and long-term assistance programs to help qualifying low-income, disabled, and senior residents in need of financial assistance. For details on qualifying and applying for bill assistance, visit *BellevueWA.gov/utility-relief [ https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/utilities/pay-your-utility-bill/utility-rate-and-tax-relief?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*, call *425-452-5285* or email *utilityrelief@bellevuewa.gov*.



Donate to Neighbors Helping Neighbors

Neighbors Helping Neighbors is a new donation program that helps to support low-income residents unable to pay for essential utility services. When you make a donation to Neighbors Helping Neighbors, you are making a meaningful impact by helping someone in our community facing financial hardship and in need of assistance.

Anyone can make a donation at any time and every donation counts. No contribution is too small, and every dollar goes directly to providing financial assistance to a community member in need.

Learn more about Neighbor Helping Neighbors and make a donation at *BellevueWA.gov/utility-relief [ https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/utilities/pay-your-utility-bill/utility-rate-and-tax-relief?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ].*

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