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City of Decatur
HQ: Decatur, IL
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City of Decatur, Illinois
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City of Decatur Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | 217-424-2841 |
| General Information | 217-424-2700 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: decaturil.gov/contact ·decaturil.gov/276/Utility-Customer-Service · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About City of Decatur
The City of Decatur is a municipal government serving Decatur, Illinois. The city provides water utilities, garbage and recycling collection, and Decatur Public Transit operations. Water billing and payments are accessible through the city's online "Pay My Bill" portal.
City of Decatur bills commonly include water usage charges, sewer fees, garbage and recycling collection charges, and municipal utility payments. Deferit is unaffiliated with City of Decatur.
How to Pay Your City of Decatur Bill
- Online: Pay through the Utility Online Payment Portal at https://www.decaturil.gov/387/Payments-and-Billing.
- Phone: Call +1-217-424-2841 (Customer Service, Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm).
- In-Person: Pay at First Currency Exchange #2 (1659 E Eldorado Street) or Decatur Civic Center (1 Gary K Anderson Plaza), Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm; $1.50 charge per item.
- Auto-Pay: Set up automatic payments through the Utility Online Payment Portal at https://www.decaturil.gov/387/Payments-and-Billing for eligible bill types.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Need to split your City of Decatur bill into installments?
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: decaturil.gov.
| City of Decatur payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check City of Decatur'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 Decatur offers payment arrangements, limits are set by City of Decatur 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 Decatur 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 Decatur'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 Decatur 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 Decatur bills only | City of Decatur and most other US household bills |
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*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 Decatur
Can I use Deferit to pay my City of Decatur bill? ›
Yes. Enter your City of Decatur bill amount in Deferit and we pay City of Decatur in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does City of Decatur accept? ›
City of Decatur typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit decaturil.gov or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does City of Decatur offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit City of Decatur'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 Decatur bill on time? ›
Contact City of Decatur 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