Residential Bill Estimator

On May 3, 2022, the Brownsville City Commission voted to adjust rates for electric, water, and wastewater utility services for all BPUB residential customers. BPUB’s Residential Bill Estimator is designed to help homeowners estimate their monthly bill for electricity, water, and wastewater based on the latest approved residential rates.

To get an estimate, simply enter your average home’s electric (kWh), water (gallons), or wastewater usage. The estimator will calculate your expected monthly BPUB bill for each selected service, showing exactly how the latest rates and fees are applied.

If you need help locating your usage information, see our How to Read Your Bill guide for step-by-step instructions.

Select Residential Services

Residential Electric Service

Customer Service Charge: $6.94/month
Consumption Rate: $0.04862/kWh (first 500 kWh)
Consumption Rate: $0.05964/kWh (over 500 kWh)
Fuel & Purchased Energy Charge (FPEC): $0.03862/kWh

Calculation:

Customer Service Charge + Energy Charges + FPEC Charge
= $6.94 + (tiered energy rates) + (usage × $0.04065)

Residential Water Service

Tier 1: $2.55/1000 gal (0-3,000 gal)
Tier 2: $2.82/1000 gal (3,001-9,000 gal)
Tier 3: $3.47/1000 gal (9,001-16,000 gal)
Tier 4: $5.25/1000 gal (over 16,000 gal)
Resaca Fee: $6.25/month

Calculation:

Customer Service Charge + Consumption Charges + Resaca Fee
Customer charge varies by meter size

Residential Wastewater Service

Tier 1: $4.62/1000 gal (0-7,000 gal)
Tier 2: $5.06/1000 gal (over 7,000 gal)

Calculation:

Customer Service Charge + Consumption Charges
Customer charge varies by meter size

Residential Bill Breakdown

Electric Service

Customer Service Charge: $0.00
Energy Consumption: $0.00
FPEC Charge: $0.00
Electric Subtotal: $0.00

Water Service

Customer Service Charge: $0.00
Consumption Charges: $0.00
Resaca Fee: $0.00
Water Subtotal: $0.00

Wastewater Service

Customer Service Charge: $0.00
Consumption Charges: $0.00
Wastewater Subtotal: $0.00
Estimated Monthly Total: $0.00

* Estimates do not include city fees and taxes

Rates current as of October 2025.

Having the right knowledge can help you reduce your bill!

There are ways to save on your bill. See our Green Rebate Programs & Energy Tips.

Visit our Home Energy Suite to calculate your home's efficiency and get tips on how to save on your bill.

DISCLAIMER : * BPUB's bill estimation tool should be used for informational purposes only. The amounts shown here are energy charges (kWh) and estimated fuel adjustment only and water and wastewater charges based on usage. All figures provided by BPUB through this tool are only estimates. Estimates are subject to change and do not represent an offer or guarantee for future costs of service.