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City of Columbia
HQ: Columbia, MO
Legal name
City of Columbia, Missouri
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City of Columbia Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service / Billing Main | 573-874-7380 |
| Water & Electric Emergency | 573-875-2555 |
| Sewer & Stormwater Emergency | 573-441-5530 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: como.gov/utilities/customer-service-billing ·como.gov/utilities · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About City of Columbia
City of Columbia is the county seat of Boone County, Missouri. The city provides municipal services and public utilities to residents and businesses within its jurisdiction.
City of Columbia bills commonly include water consumption, sewer/wastewater charges, stormwater management fees, and refuse collection. Deferit is unaffiliated with City of Columbia.
How to Pay Your City of Columbia Bill
- Online: Pay your bill online at https://pay.como.gov/
- Phone: Call 573-874-7694 for automated phone payment 24/7
- Mail: Mail payment to P.O. Box 1676, Columbia, MO 65205 (lockbox for bill payments)
- In-Person: Pay in person at City Hall, 701 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65205 (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm)
- Auto-Pay: Set up automatic bank draft through https://pay.como.gov/
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: como.gov/utilities/customer-service-billing ·myutilitybill.como.gov.
Need to split your City of Columbia bill into installments?
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: como.gov.
| City of Columbia payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check City of Columbia's online account, payment portal, or customer support team for available payment arrangement options. | Sign up, take a picture of your bill, and Deferit pays it on your behalf. Online or in app. |
| Maximum split | If City of Columbia offers payment arrangements, limits are set by City of Columbia based on your account status. We couldn't verify a published maximum split. | 4 installments, once every two weeks, up to your Deferit balance |
| Eligibility & approval | Decided by City of Columbia at request time based on account status | Monthly Deferit membership, no lock-ins. Cancel anytime. |
| Fees & interest | Fees and interest were not published in the sources reviewed. Check City of Columbia's payment portal or support team before setting up an arrangement. | Monthly Deferit membership plus a $0.99 processing fee per bill. No interest. No late fees on eligible Deferit memberships.* |
| If you miss a payment | Missed-payment consequences are set by City of Columbia and may include late fees, service interruption, or collection activity depending on your account. | You can reschedule a repayment date in the app before it's due. Late fees may apply depending on your Deferit membership.* |
| Works for | City of Columbia bills only | City of Columbia and most other US household bills |
| Learn more → |
*No late fees feature included with Max and Ultra memberships. Installments on the Lite membership may incur late fees if overdue. See Membership terms for details.
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Common Questions About City of Columbia
Can I use Deferit to pay my City of Columbia bill? ›
Yes. Enter your City of Columbia bill amount in Deferit and we pay City of Columbia in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does City of Columbia accept? ›
City of Columbia typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit como.gov or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does City of Columbia offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit City of Columbia's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my City of Columbia bill on time? ›
Contact City of Columbia directly to ask about payment arrangements or hardship assistance programs. Deferit can also help — split your bill into 4 payments to ease the immediate financial pressure.
Updated: July 2026