The Water and Sewerage Authority Council approved today (Thursday) the update of water and sewage tariffs in Israel, which will take effect on January 1, 2026.
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The new update includes an average increase of approximately 2.35% in tariffs, after hearing the public's views and in light of changes in operating and investment costs in the water sector.
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This means for an average household consumer an increase of approximately NIS 3.5 on the monthly bill.
A family of four who consumes about 16 cubic meters of water per month will pay about 150.4 NIS per month starting next year instead of about 146.9 NIS today.
The updated rate per cubic meter of water in the quantity sold (reduced rate) will be 8.508 NIS, and the rate for each additional quantity (regular rate) will be 15.623 NIS - all prices include VAT.
The Water Authority explained that the increase in rates is due to increased supplier costs, investments in infrastructure, and the expansion of the purchase of desalinated water.
Currently, approximately 70% of the water for domestic consumption in Israel comes from desalination, a process that is more expensive than pumping from natural sources. The Sorek B desalination plant, the largest of its kind in Israel, is expected to begin full operation in early 2026.
At the same time, the council determined that water and sewage corporations that have not reduced water wastage - water loss in the municipal system - in recent years will be required to demonstrate measurable improvement in the area. In addition, a review of costs will be conducted to allow for further moderation of future increases.
The Authority notes that even after updating the rates, Israel remains among the countries with the lowest water rates in the OECD.
