Water Costs in El Salvador (ANDA)
Industrial and commercial tariff
| Monthly use | Water per m³ | Sewerage charge a month |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 5 m³ | $3.76 fixed minimum | $0.10 |
| Over 5 to 20 m³ | $0.41 | $0.10 |
| Over 20 to 30 m³ | $0.722 | $2.00 |
| Over 30 to 50 m³ | $0.972 | $2.80 |
| Over 50 to 60 m³ | $1.222 | $3.00 |
| Over 60 to 90 m³ | $1.522 | $3.30 |
| Over 90 to 100 m³ | $1.722 | $3.60 |
| Over 100 to 500 m³ | $1.822 | $4.00 |
| Over 500 m³ | $1.822 | $5.00 |
Source: Transparency Portal: ANDA tariff schedule, Diario Oficial No. 199 of 26 October 2009; INVEST: Investor’s Guide El Salvador 20241,2
The monthly bill is the volume used times the water rate for its band, plus the sewerage charge. A business using 200 m³ a month would pay about $364.40 for water plus $4 for sewerage. The tariff also applies to state institutions and municipalities.2
Connection and reconnection
- New connection in an urbanised area: $70 plus VAT for each network, including the meter, plus $12 plus VAT for administration.
- Reconnection after a cut: $13.56 at the service connection or $79.10 at the network, according to ANDA.
Source: INVEST: Investor’s Guide El Salvador 2024; ANDA: frequently asked questions2,4
Subsidies and supply
ANDA says producing a cubic metre of water costs it $1.59, so households using under 44 m³ a month pay less than the cost and are subsidised; the residential minimum is $2.29 for up to 10 m³. In October 2026 ANDA announced a new water treatment plant in Ilopango to supply more than 250,000 people.3,1,5
Frequently Asked Questions
Who supplies water in El Salvador?
ANDA, the National Administration of Aqueducts and Sewers, is the state body in charge of water distribution and wastewater services.
How much do businesses pay for water?
A rising tariff, from a $3.76 minimum for up to 5 m³ a month to $1.822 per m³ above 100 m³, plus a monthly sewerage charge.
How much does a water connection cost?
$70 including the meter, plus VAT and $12 for administration.
Sources
- Transparency Portal: ANDA tariff schedule, Diario Oficial No. 199 of 26 October 2009 (in Spanish)
- INVEST: Investor’s Guide El Salvador 2024 (PDF)
- Transparency Portal: ANDA on the cost of water production and subsidies (in Spanish)
- ANDA: frequently asked questions (in Spanish)
- Infobae: new Ilopango water treatment plant to supply over 250,000 people, October 2026 (in Spanish)
Figures checked 8 November 2026. Prepared by InvestSalvador.com for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.
