If you live in Hillsboro, the City of Hillsboro Water Department probably takes care of your water and sewer needs. To keep your service running smoothly, it’s important to pay your bill on time every month. It’s good news that the city lets you pay your bill online, so you can do it quickly from home.
In this guide, I’ll walk through the process of setting up an online account, viewing your water usage and charges, and paying your Hillsboro water bill digitally. Let’s get started!
Setting Up Your Online Account
Before you can pay your water bill online, you need to make an account on the City of Hillsboro. Here’s how:
- Go to www.hillsboro-oregon.gov/utilitybilling
- Click on “New users: Register for an account”
- Enter your 10-digit utility account number and other personal details
- Create a username and password
Once your account is created, you can immediately log in and access your water utility account.
If you already have an existing online account for tax payments or other services you can simply add your water account to your profile.
Viewing Your Water Usage and Charges
When you log into your online account, you’ll see your current water/sewer bill with the total amount due and due date.
To view a detailed breakdown of the charges click “Review billing detail”. This will show your water consumption each month and the associated rates. You can compare your current and previous water usage too.
You can see PDF copies of your most recent bills from the past 24 months under “Correspondence.”
See a spike in usage that doesn’t seem right? You can submit a request for the city to check your meter from your account.
Paying Your Water Bill Online
Ready to pay your bill? From the account homepage, click on “Make Payment” to start the process.
You have the flexibility to pay the full balance, minimum due, or a custom amount. The minimum payment is $10.
The City of Hillsboro provides three payment options:
- Credit/debit card – Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express
- E-check – Directly from your checking or savings account
- Cash – Pay in-person at one of the Hillsboro payment locations
After entering your payment details, carefully review the information and click “Process Payment”.
You’ll receive an email confirmation with your payment details. Your account balance will automatically update, so you can log in anytime to see your up-to-date amount owed.
Enrolling in Auto-Pay
For maximum convenience, sign up for auto-pay to have your water bill paid automatically each month. This way, you never forget and avoid late fees.
Configuring auto-pay only takes a minute:
- Go to “My Profile”
- Select “AutoPay Accounts”
- Click “Enroll Account” next to your Water Account
- Enter your payment method and date
And that’s it! The payment will be automatically debited from your account moving forward.
Other Useful Online Account Features
Managing your city water account online provides additional benefits beyond bill pay:
- Update your mailing address, email, phone
- View payment history
- Monitor water consumption
- Receive notifications for leaks, high usage, and other alerts
- Request service turn-on/shutoff
- Go paperless
The online self-service options make it easy and convenient to stay on top of your Hillsboro water utility account. No need to call or visit city offices unless you prefer to.
Overall, paying your water bill online with the City of Hillsboro is quick, easy, and secure. With just a few clicks, you can review your latest usage and charges, make a payment, and get on with your day!
Pay Your City Water and Sewer Bills Here Online
The City of Hillsboro recommends using the payment portal or paying from your personal bank’s bill pay site or Automatic Payment Withdrawal. As always, we continue to accept cash, personal check, money order, cashier’s check, debit/credit at the office window.
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FAQ
What is the phone number for the city of Hillsboro Oregon?
How much is water in Hillsboro?
What county is Hillsboro, Oregon in?
How much is a water bill in Oregon?
Where can I pay my water bill in Hillsboro?
The Utility Billing Division processes all water and waste water billing for residents of the City of Hillsboro. Residents can pay their utility bills online, by mail, in person, or via drive through. The Utility Billing Division is located in the City Annex Building, 115 S. Church St. Suite B.
How do I pay my city of Hillsboro utility bill online?
Free viewers are required for some of the attached documents. They can be downloaded by clicking on the icons below. Pay your City of Hillsboro utility bill online with a credit card, via direct withdrawal through electronic funds transfer, by phone, or pay in person at the Hillsboro Civic Center.
What is a utility bill in Hillsboro?
Utility Billing is a division of the Finance Department and is responsible for the billing and maintenance of customer accounts. The City of Hillsboro’s utility bill may include charges and services for: The City’s water service area is not the same as the City’s incorporated limits.
Who is the Hillsboro Water Department?
Welcome to the Water Department! The City of Hillsboro Water Department proudly serves clean, high-quality water and promotes its efficient use to more than 93,000 people in the City of Hillsboro and surrounding rural area. The Hillsboro Water Department is committed to: