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City of Joliet
HQ: Joliet, IL
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City of Joliet, Illinois
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City of Joliet Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service / Billing Main | (815) 724-3820 |
| Emergency / Outage | (815) 724-4220 |
| Pay by Phone | (877) 811-3799 |
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: joliet.gov/government/departments/customer-service ·joliet.gov/government/about-us/contact-us ·joliet.gov/government/departments/customer-service/make-a-payment · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About City of Joliet
Joliet is the seat of Will County and ranks among the largest cities in Illinois, with a population exceeding 150,000 residents. Operating under a council-manager government structure, the city provides infrastructure maintenance, law enforcement, emergency response, parks and recreation programs, building permits, zoning oversight, and municipal water and sewer utilities across approximately 65 square miles within Will County.
City of Joliet bills commonly include water consumption, sewer usage, stormwater charges, and municipal waste collection. Deferit is unaffiliated with City of Joliet.
How to Pay Your City of Joliet Bill
- Online: Pay online through the Citizen Self Service Portal at https://www.joliet.gov/business/citizen-self-service-portal
- Phone: Call (815) 724-3820 to pay by phone with customer service.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: joliet.gov/government/departments/customer-service ·joliet.gov/government/departments/finance ·joliet.gov/government/departments/public-utilities.
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Retrieved June 2026 · Source: joliet.gov.
| City of Joliet payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check City of Joliet'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 Joliet offers payment arrangements, limits are set by City of Joliet 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 Joliet 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 Joliet'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 Joliet 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.* |
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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 Joliet
Can I use Deferit to pay my City of Joliet bill? ›
Yes. Enter your City of Joliet bill amount in Deferit and we pay City of Joliet in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does City of Joliet accept? ›
City of Joliet typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit joliet.gov or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does City of Joliet offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit City of Joliet'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 Joliet bill on time? ›
Contact City of Joliet 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: June 2026