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City of Port Arthur
HQ: Port Arthur, TX
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City of Port Arthur
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City of Port Arthur Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | 409-983-8230 |
| Emergency / Outage | 409-983-8550 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: portarthurtx.gov/185/Water-Utilities-Billing ·portarthurtx.gov/189/Water-Utilities · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About City of Port Arthur
Established in 1894 by railroad promoter Arthur E. Stilwell, Port Arthur became a functioning port in 1899 when a canal to deep water was completed. Major refineries from Gulf, Texaco, Magnolia, and Humble established operations there.
City of Port Arthur bills commonly include water consumption charges, sewer and wastewater fees, and meter service charges. Deferit is unaffiliated with City of Port Arthur.
How to Pay Your City of Port Arthur Bill
- Online: Pay online at https://www.portarthurtx.gov/186/Pay-A-Bill using your CID and Account ID; 3% convenience fee applies for card transactions.
- Phone: Call 1-877-817-9859 to make a payment by phone.
- Mail: Mail check, money order, or cashier's check to P.O. Box 1089, Port Arthur, TX 77640.
- In-Person: Visit 444 4th Street, Port Arthur, TX 77640 with check, cash, or card (3% card fee); drive-through service available.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: portarthurtx.gov.
Need to split your City of Port Arthur bill into installments?
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: portarthurtx.gov.
| City of Port Arthur payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check City of Port Arthur'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 Port Arthur offers payment arrangements, limits are set by City of Port Arthur 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 Port Arthur 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 Port Arthur'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 Port Arthur 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 Port Arthur bills only | City of Port Arthur 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 Port Arthur
Can I use Deferit to pay my City of Port Arthur bill? ›
Yes. Enter your City of Port Arthur bill amount in Deferit and we pay City of Port Arthur in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does City of Port Arthur accept? ›
City of Port Arthur typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit portarthurtx.gov or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does City of Port Arthur offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit City of Port Arthur'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 Port Arthur bill on time? ›
Contact City of Port Arthur 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