Monthly Water Bill Estimator

Discover how much your shower habits impact your monthly water bill and learn ways to save

Number of People in Household

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Include everyone who regularly showers at home

Showers per Person, per Week

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Typical range: 4-7 for most adults

Average Shower Duration (minutes)

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National average: 8 minutes

Shower Head Flow Rate (GPM)

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Low-flow (1.5) Standard (2.1) High-flow (5+)

Older showerheads: 3-5 GPM | Low-flow: 1.8 GPM or less

Water Cost (per 1,000 gallons)

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Check your utility bill for actual rates

Sewer Cost (per 1,000 gallons)

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Often 20-50% more than water cost

Finding Your Rates

Look on your utility bill for rates per CCF or HCF. 1 CCF/HCF ≈ 748 gallons. To convert to per 1,000 gallons, divide your rate by 0.748.

Water Heating Cost ($/kWh)

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National average: $0.15 per kWh (optional)

Calculating your water bill estimate…

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Total Monthly Cost from Showers

Based on your shower habits and local utility rates

Monthly Water Usage

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Daily Water Usage

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Water Cost

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Sewer Cost

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Low Usage (< 2,000 gal) Average (2,000-5,000 gal) High Usage (> 5,000 gal)

With Low-Flow Showerhead (1.8 GPM)

Reducing to 5-Minute Showers

Water Heating Savings