Village of Ruidoso Water Rates Structure

*Effective July 2024

The water rates have been revised to reflect both residential and commercial use within and outside Village limits. Here’s a summary of the new rates:

Residential Water Rates

  • Base Rate: $37.90 (inside Village limits), $75.80 (outside Village limits)

  • Commodity Charges:

    • 3,001 - 5,000 gallons: $6.72 per 1,000 gallons

    • 5,001 - 7,000 gallons: $7.84 per 1,000 gallons

    • 7,001 - 11,000 gallons: $15.68 per 1,000 gallons

    • 11,001 - 15,000 gallons: $22.40 per 1,000 gallons

    • 15,001 - 20,000 gallons: $33.60 per 1,000 gallons

    • Over 20,000 gallons: $47.04 per 1,000 gallons

Commercial Water Rates

  • Base Rate: $37.90 (inside Village limits), $75.80 (outside Village limits)

  • Commodity Charges:

    • 3,001 - 50,000 gallons: $6.72 per 1,000 gallons

    • 50,001 - 250,000 gallons: $7.84 per 1,000 gallons

    • Over 250,000 gallons: $9.52 per 1,000 gallons

Fire Protection Service

  • Fixed Monthly Charge:

    • 2-inch service: $30.00

    • 4-inch service: $40.00

    • 6-inch service: $50.00

    • 8-inch service: $60.00

Permit Fee for Fire Hydrant Use: $1,500.00, with $1,000.00 refundable upon return of the meter in good condition.

Future Rate Increases

Water and sewer rates will undergo annual adjustments to account for inflation and operational costs. The scheduled increases are as follows:

Water Rates Increase Schedule

  • 2024-2025: 12%

  • 2025-2026: 12%

  • 2026-2027: 8%

  • 2027-2028: 8%

  • 2028-2029: 6%

  • 2029-2030: 6%

  • 2030-2031: 3%

  • Annually from 2031-2032: 3%

Sewer Rates Increase Schedule

  • 2024-2025: 9%

  • 2025-2026: 8%

  • 2026-2027: 8%

  • 2027-2028: 8%

  • 2028-2029: 8%

  • 2029-2030: 7%

  • 2030-2031: 7%

  • 2031-2032: 7%

  • Annually from 2032-2033: 3%

These updates ensure that the Village of Ruidoso can continue to provide reliable water and sewer services while promoting water conservation and efficient resource management. For more details on the ordinance and the complete rate structure, please visit the Water Production Department webpage or contact the Finance Department.