Financial Assistance
Do you need help paying your water bill? There are several programs available:
Lacey Utility Discount Program (LUDP)
The City offers a 50% discount on residential City utility services (water, sewer, and stormwater) for customers who qualify as:
- Low-income* AND disabled
OR
- Low-income* AND over 62 years old
Once qualified, the discounted rate will apply to the next billing cycle. To maintain the discount, customers must re-apply every two (2) years.
The City’s Utility Department handles this program. Click here to learn more and apply.
*Per Lacey Municipal Code (LMC), a low-income applicant means an applicant having a combined disposable income that is less than 50% of the median income for Thurston County for a household equal in the number of persons to that of the applicant (Water: LMC 13.32.032; Sewer: LMC 13.16.065; Stormwater: LMC 13.70.037)
| Number in Household | Estimated Income | 50% |
|---|---|---|
| 1-person household | $81,700 | $40,850 |
| 2-person household | $93,400 | $46,700 |
| 3-person household | $105,000 | $52,500 |
| 4-person household | $116,700 | $58,350 |
| 5-person household | $126,000 | $63,000 |
| 6-person household | $135,400 | $67,700 |
| 7-or-more person household | $144,700 | $72,350 |
Lacey Utility Assistance Fund (LUAF)
This donation-supported fund helps low-income families and individuals with their City water bills. Individuals and families who qualify (eligibility is based on 150% of the Federal Poverty Levels) can get up to $75, twice a year, if the program has funds available.
The Community Action Council handles this program for the City. You can visit their website, send an email, or call (360) 438-1100 and select ENERGY, option 5 to learn more.
2025 Federal Poverty Levels (Department of Health and Human Services)
| Number of People | 2025 Income Numbers | 150% |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $15,650 | $23,475 |
| Family of 2 | $21,150 | $31,725 |
| Family of 3 | $26,650 | $39,975 |
| Family of 4 | $32,150 | $48,225 |
| Family of 5 | $37,650 | $56,475 |
| Family of 6 | $43,150 | $64,725 |
| Family of 7 | $48,650 | $72,975 |
| Family of 8 | $54,150 | $81,225 |
| Family of 9+ | +$5,500 for each extra person | +$8,250 for each extra person |
Other Programs
The Community Action Council (CAC) oversees applications for a variety of financial assistance grants and programs.
To find out what funds are currently available you can:
