Services
Utility Rates
The City's utility rates are set by City Council and pay to operate and maintain the City's public water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure systems, as well the future replacement of those systems. Utility rates also supplement funding for police, fire, and parks services. Our goals are long-term quality services and affordable rates for customers.
Current Rates
Typical rates for a home in Gresham for two months of service
| 2024 Rates | 2025 Rates | |
|---|---|---|
| Water base charge | $67.00 | $73.24 |
| Water use charge* ($3.67/unit '24, $4.01/unit '25) | $44.04 | $48.12 |
| Wastewater base charge | $76.56 | $81.76 |
| Stormwater charge** | $35.60 | $38.96 |
| Flood Safety District Pass-Thru fee*** | NA | $4.00 |
| Police, Fire and Parks fee | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| Total bill (for two months of service) | $262.20 | $285.68 |
*Based on 12 units. Wastewater charge is calculated on average winter water usage only.
Utility bills are mailed every other month and reflect service charges for two months.
**Based on one (1) Drainage Residential Unit (DRU), which equals 2,500 square-feet of impervious surface.
***New: Flood Safety District Pass-Thru fee effective May 8, 2025. This fee funds the Urban Flood Safety and Water Quality District, a non-City organization created by the Oregon State Legislature to upgrade and maintain the Columbia River levee system. Please call 503-281-5675 or visit Urban Flood Safety and Water Quality District for more information.
Utility rate adjustments
Council passed a five-year rate schedule beginning in 2022; the latest increase was effective January 1, 2025.
Typical residential utility bills will increase by approximately $19.48 per bill for calendar year 2025.