San Antonio Water System (SAWS) 2027-2030 Rate Plan
Summary
SAWS implemented a new multi-year rate plan to fund critical infrastructure and regulatory compliance, raising average customer bills while expanding low-income assistance programs.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 8
- Last 30 days
- 8
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Average residential water bills will increase over the next four years, with cumulative impacts estimated at over 23 percent.
Ratepayers benefit from long-term system reliability, environmental compliance, and infrastructure improvements, while low-income customers benefit from expanded Uplift program eligibility.
All non-exempt water and wastewater customers will face increased monthly utility bills over the four-year period.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Council A Session - Oct 8, 2026
SAWS implemented a new multi-year rate plan to fund critical infrastructure and regulatory compliance, raising average customer bills while expanding low-income assistance programs.
San Antonio City Council approves SAWS rate increases; up to 29% by 2030
San Antonio City Council approves SAWS rate increases; up to 29% by 2030 KSAT
San Antonians' water bills are going up in 2027 after City Council approves SAWS rate hike
The average San Antonio resident's monthly water bill will go up by about $4 in 2027, with additional increases in 2028, 2029 and 2030.
City Council approves 6.9% rate increase on water bills starting in 2027
After a 4-month delay, City Council approved a rate increase for the San Antonio Water System, upping the average monthly bill by nearly $4.City Council approves 6.9% rate increase on water bills starting in 2027 was first posted on October 8, 2026 a...
City Council B Session - Sep 30, 2026
SAWS presented a revised four-year rate plan that delays rate increases to 2027, lowers minimum rate hikes in outer years, and protects low-income customers through the Uplift program while funding critical water main replacements.
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