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City of Lakeland Utilities
HQ: Lakeland, FL
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City of Lakeland Utilities Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | 800-929-4876 |
| Customer Service (local) | 863-834-9535 |
| TTY | 863-834-8333 |
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: lakelandelectric.com/contact · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About City of Lakeland Utilities
City of Lakeland Utilities, operating as Lakeland Electric, is a municipal utility department of the City of Lakeland, Florida. The utility provides electric and water service to the Lakeland region, offering flexible billing options including a Pay As You Go prepaid system, energy advisory services, and solar program options.
City of Lakeland Utilities bills commonly include electric charges, water charges, and any applicable fees or taxes. Deferit is unaffiliated with City of Lakeland Utilities.
How to Pay Your City of Lakeland Utilities Bill
- Online: Pay online at Lakeland Electric customer portal (https://lakelandelectric.com/authentication/login) with no fee; AutoPay and payment wallet setup available.
- Online: Quick online payment via KUBRA EZ-PAY (https://lakelandelectric.ez-pay.io/Validate.aspx?BillerID=7uzaH4jYto&lang=en) with $2.75 convenience fee and no sign-up required for credit cards.
- Phone: Pay by phone via automated system at 863-834-9535 or 800-929-4876 (24/7) with $2.75 convenience fee.
- Auto-Pay: Automatic bank draft from checking account, free; deducts 25 days after bill date; enroll online or by calling 863-834-9535 or 800-929-4876.
- In-Person: Pay cash at retail locations (Speedway, Walmart, 7-Eleven, Dollar General, CVS, Walgreens) using bill barcode; $1.50 fee.
- In-Person: Pay at Amscot, Fidelity Express, or Western Union locations with fees varying by vendor.
- Mail: Mail check or money order to Lakeland Electric, P.O. Box 32006, Lakeland, FL 33802-2006 with no fee.
- In-Person: Drop box at Lakeland Electric office (501 E. Lemon Street, Lakeland, FL, parking lot left of entrance) for checks/money orders; no fee; processed next business day if deposited after 7:30 a.m.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: lakelandelectric.com/billing-and-payment/ways-to-pay ·lakelandelectric.com/billing ·lakelandelectric.com/ways-to-pay.
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Retrieved June 2026 · Source: lakelandelectric.com.
| City of Lakeland Utilities payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check City of Lakeland Utilities'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 Lakeland Utilities offers payment arrangements, limits are set by City of Lakeland Utilities 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 Lakeland Utilities 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 Lakeland Utilities'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 Lakeland Utilities 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 Lakeland Utilities bills only | City of Lakeland Utilities 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 Lakeland Utilities
Can I use Deferit to pay my City of Lakeland Utilities bill? ›
Yes. Enter your City of Lakeland Utilities bill amount in Deferit and we pay City of Lakeland Utilities in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does City of Lakeland Utilities accept? ›
City of Lakeland Utilities typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit lakelandelectric.com or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does City of Lakeland Utilities offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit City of Lakeland Utilities'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 Lakeland Utilities bill on time? ›
Contact City of Lakeland Utilities 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