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City of Tampa Utilities
HQ: Tampa, FL
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City of Tampa Utilities
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City of Tampa Utilities Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | (813) 274-8811 |
| Emergency / Outage | (813) 274-8811, Option 1 (after-hours: (813) 274-7400) |
| Water Conservation | (813) 274-8121, Option 5 |
| Water Quality Issues | (813) 274-8811 |
| Wastewater/Sewer Emergency | (813) 247-3451 |
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: tampa.gov/city-of-tampa-utilities/contact-us ·tampa.gov/water/contact-us ·tampa.gov/emergency-management/contact-us/emergency-phone-numbers · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About City of Tampa Utilities
City of Tampa Utilities is the municipal utility provider serving Tampa, unincorporated Hillsborough County, and Temple Terrace. The organization provides water, wastewater treatment, and solid waste services (including trash, recycling, and yard waste collection) to residential and commercial customers throughout its service area.
City of Tampa Utilities bills commonly include drinking water, wastewater (sanitary sewer), trash and recycling collection, and yard waste removal. Deferit is unaffiliated with City of Tampa Utilities.
How to Pay Your City of Tampa Utilities Bill
- Online: Pay via Customer Self-Service Portal at https://utilities.tampagov.net/css/public/login/form with no convenience fee.
- Phone: Call (813) 274-8811 to pay by credit or debit card 24/7 with no convenience fee.
- Mail: Mail check or money order to City of Tampa Utilities, P.O. Box 30191, Tampa, FL 33630-3191.
- Auto-Pay: Enroll in automatic electronic payments via https://utilities.tampagov.net/css/public/login/form or call (813) 274-8811.
- In-Person: Pay in cash at Amscot locations (fees may apply).
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: tampa.gov/city-of-tampa-utilities/payment-options.
Need to split your City of Tampa Utilities bill into installments?
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: tampa.gov/city-of-tampa-utilities.
| City of Tampa Utilities payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check City of Tampa 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 Tampa Utilities offers payment arrangements, limits are set by City of Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa Utilities bills only | City of Tampa Utilities 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 Tampa Utilities
Can I use Deferit to pay my City of Tampa Utilities bill? ›
Yes. Enter your City of Tampa Utilities bill amount in Deferit and we pay City of Tampa Utilities in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does City of Tampa Utilities accept? ›
City of Tampa Utilities typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit tampa.gov or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does City of Tampa Utilities offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit City of Tampa 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 Tampa Utilities bill on time? ›
Contact City of Tampa 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