Water saving doesn't pay here!

[Genny Li]

Regional and even town-to-town differences in utility costs can be profound.  My tenants were confused about their utility bill, so I saw their water for August.  Total charges were $43.12.

Then you break that down into what they're for....

Flat sewer fee (for condos and apartments): $22.02

Flat stormwater charge: $2.79

Flat water meter charge: $12.40

Water usage charge: $5.91

While the water usage charge will probably be 50% higher next month (because some moved in late), that's still so little that even renting furnished/utilities, water usage isn't going to be something I worry about.

There's no way to make blanket advice that makes sense for everywhere!