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City of Washington
HQ: Washington, NC
Legal name
City of Washington, NC
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City of Washington Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| City of Washington NC Main | 252-975-9300 |
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: washingtonnc.gov · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About City of Washington
The City of Washington owns and operates electric, water, and sewer utilities serving residents, businesses, and industries in Washington, North Carolina and surrounding areas. Washington Electric Utilities serves over 14,700 customers across a service territory that includes Washington, Chocowinity, Bath, Pinetown, Pantego, and Terra Ceia, as well as portions of Martin and Pitt counties, maintaining 482 miles of distribution lines and 7 substations. As a member of the North Carolina Eastern Municipal Power Agency, the city participates in a network of public power communities across eastern North Carolina that collectively manage generating and transmission infrastructure.
City of Washington NC bills commonly include charges for electric consumption, water usage, and sewer service. Deferit is unaffiliated with City of Washington NC.
How to Pay Your City of Washington Bill
- Online: Pay online via the city's utility bill payment portal linked from https://www.washingtonnc.gov/; a $5 access/convenience fee applies to card payments.
- Phone (toll-free): Call 1-877-201-3770 for the free automated phone payment line.
- Phone (customer service): Call (252) 975-9300, Option 2, to pay with a customer service representative; a $5 access fee applies.
- In-Person: Pay at the customer service counter, 102 E. Second Street, Washington, NC 27889.
- Auto-Pay: Enroll in automatic bank draft by contacting customer service at (252) 975-9300.
- Drop Box: Use the curbside drop boxes near the municipal building on Second Street or North Market Street.
- Mail: Mail your payment with the bill stub to P.O. Box 2226, Washington, NC 27889.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: washingtonnc.gov/departments/paying_your_bill.php.
Need to split your City of Washington bill into installments?
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: washingtonnc.gov.
| City of Washington payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check City of Washington'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 Washington offers payment arrangements, limits are set by City of Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington'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 Washington 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 Washington bills only | City of Washington 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 Washington
Can I use Deferit to pay my City of Washington bill? ›
Yes. Enter your City of Washington bill amount in Deferit and we pay City of Washington in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does City of Washington accept? ›
City of Washington typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit washingtonnc.gov or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does City of Washington offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit City of Washington'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 Washington bill on time? ›
Contact City of Washington 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