Water Rates
We’ve got great water rates that are below the national and state averages.
Delivering Fresh, Clean Water at Competitive Rates
Muscatine sits atop a plentiful groundwater supply (The Muscatine Island Aquifer) and our efficient well and transmission system delivers over 10 billion gallons annually to citizens, business and industry. Our unique production and distribution system helps keep costs down for consumers as shown here — significantly lower than nearby cities in Iowa.
MPW Water Rates Comparison Per CCF
MPW Water Rates Table
Water rates effective July 2023
| Inside City | Outside City | ||
| Residential Water | |||
| Facilities Charge | $16.00/mo | $18.44/mo | |
| Commodity Charge | $1.5100/CCF | $1.6658/CCF | |
| Minimum Bill | applicable facilities charge | applicable facilities charge | |
| Commercial Water | |||
| Facilities Charge | $23.64/mo for 5/8″ & 3/4″ | $27.19/mo for 5/8″ & 3/4″ | |
| $28.36/mo for 1″ | $32.64/mo for 1″ | ||
| $37.81/mo for 1 1/2″ | $43.29/mo for 1 1/2″ | ||
| $47.27/mo for 2″ and up | $54.38/mo for 2″ and up | ||
| Commodity Charge | |||
| First 500 CCF | $0.9356/CCF | $1.0825/CCF | |
| Over 500 CCF | $0.821/CCF | $0.9442/CCF |
Facilities and Commodity Charge applies to all water customers. CCF = 100 Cubic Feet. Minimum bill = Facilities Charge plus Demand Charge.
Water Rates Brochure, Water Filter Brochure and Water Service Rules
- Download our Water Rates, with complete details on current water rates and rate structures. Prices effective July 1, 2023.
- Download Facts on Water Filters. Before making a decision, it’s a good idea to make sure you’re informed.
- Download our Water Service Rules – a complete guide to answer all your questions.
- Download our 2024 Water Quality Report
- PFAS Explainer