Pay Your Jefferson Parish Water Bill Through Paystar, Call the Right Office, or Report an Emergency
Jefferson Parish utility customers should not use the EPA WaterSense link or the generic phone number that appeared on the old version of this page. The correct online payment path is Jefferson Parish’s official Paystar system for Utility Services bills.
Use this guide to pay online, create a Paystar account, use the phone system, find drop-box locations, mail a payment, apply for new service, schedule a utility appointment, report a problem, or call the correct East Bank or West Bank after-hours emergency line.
Jefferson Parish Utility Services Quick Facts
Choose the Jefferson Parish Utility Task You Need
Jefferson Parish utility searches are usually action-based. A resident may need to pay a bill, create a Paystar login, find a drop box, apply for service, calculate a bill, report a water issue, or check whether a current outage is already known.
How to Pay Your Jefferson Parish Water / Utility Bill Online
Jefferson Parish uses Paystar for online utility payments. The official Paystar portal says it is the official payment vendor for Jefferson Parish, and the Parish Paystar page says customers can quickly find their utility account and balance using details from the bill.
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Open the official Paystar payment site.
Start here: Pay Jefferson Parish Online. -
Select Utility Department or Pay Utility Bill.
Make sure you are paying a Jefferson Parish Utility Services bill, not another parish department fee. -
Enter your account number from the bill.
The payer guide says the account number is listed at the top of your utility bill. If you cannot find a past bill or do not know your account number, call (504) 736-6060. -
Review the account and balance.
Check the name, service address, balance and department before submitting payment. -
Save your receipt.
Keep the confirmation number, receipt email or screenshot until the payment appears on your account.
Jefferson Parish Utility Bill Phone Payment and Menu Help
Jefferson Parish’s Pay Utility Services Bill page explains how its phone menu is organized. Press one for the automated payment system, press two to speak to the customer relations team, and choose the correct sub-option depending on whether your issue is water, sewerage, garbage, mosquito control or department information.
Phone menu need |
What Jefferson Parish says |
Use this when |
|---|---|---|
Automated payment |
Press 1 for automated system to make payment. |
You have your account number and only need to pay. |
Customer relations |
Press 2 to speak to the customer relations team. |
You need help with account status, bill questions or payment issues. |
Water concerns |
Water-related concerns include opening a new account, billing transfer service and broken waterline. |
Your issue is directly connected to water service or a water account. |
Other services |
Other services include sewerage, garbage and mosquito control. |
Your utility bill issue is not water-only. |
Should You Create a Jefferson Parish Paystar Account?
A one-time Paystar payment may be enough if you only need to pay once. But creating a Paystar account can be useful if you manage multiple Jefferson Parish utility accounts, want eBill, need payment history, want AutoPay, or prefer email/text notifications.
Paystar feature |
Why it helps |
Who should use it |
|---|---|---|
Find account and balance |
The Parish says customers can find a utility account and balance due using a few pieces of bill information. |
Anyone paying online for the first time. |
AutoPay |
Paystar supports card or bank AutoPay according to the Parish Paystar page. |
Residents who want to reduce missed due dates. |
Multiple accounts |
Manage more than one account in the same online experience. |
Landlords, property managers and users with multiple service addresses. |
eBill and history |
View payment history and eBill instead of relying only on paper mail. |
Anyone who wants receipts, proof and better records. |
Email/text notifications |
Notifications can reduce missed bills and late-payment surprises. |
Mobile-first users and busy households. |
Jefferson Parish Drop Box and Mail Payment Options
Jefferson Parish lists two utility payment drop-box locations: one on the West Bank and one on the East Bank. The Parish notes that both drop boxes do not take cash; use check or money order only.
Payment method |
Official detail |
Best practical use |
|---|---|---|
West Bank drop box |
4500 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA 70072 |
Non-cash payment by check or money order when online payment is not preferred. |
East Bank drop box |
1221 Elmwood Park Boulevard, Jefferson, LA 70123 |
East Bank non-cash payment by check or money order. |
Mail payment |
Jefferson Parish Utility Services, P.O. Box 10007, Jefferson, LA 70181-0007 |
Non-urgent mailed payments. Allow mailing and processing time. |
MoneyGram |
Use code 19171 |
Use only after reviewing the official payment instructions and any fees. |
CheckFreePay |
Use code 70181-0007 |
Alternative payment network when online/phone/mail is not ideal. |
Apply for New Service, Transfer Service or Schedule an Appointment
Jefferson Parish lets customers apply for new service and schedule appointments with Utility Services for billing disputes or starting, canceling and transferring service. This is useful if you are moving, managing a rental, or dealing with an account issue that is easier to handle with a scheduled conversation.
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Open the official new service page.
Start here: Apply for New Service. -
Complete the required application details.
Use accurate service address, applicant name, contact details and supporting information. -
Watch the same-day timing rule.
The official FAQ says same-day service requires all required information and payment to be received by 2:00 PM. -
Schedule an appointment if needed.
For billing disputes or starting, canceling and transferring service, use Schedule Utility Services Appointment. -
Keep copies.
Save application confirmations, appointment details, payment receipts and any emails from Utility Services.
Report Water Problems, No Running Water or Broken Water Lines
Jefferson Parish separates normal customer service from after-hours emergency reporting. During business hours, use the Utility Customer Service line for new service, turning water on or off, leaks, billing problems and website issues. After hours, use the correct East Bank or West Bank emergency line only for urgent water problems.
Problem type |
Who to contact |
Best practical action |
|---|---|---|
During business hours |
Use for new services, turning water on/off, leaks, bill problems, service problems and website issues. |
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East Bank after-hours emergency |
Use only for urgent issues such as no running water or broken water line after hours. |
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West Bank after-hours emergency |
Use only for urgent West Bank after-hours water problems. |
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Service interruption not on map |
Check the water service interruption map first, then report if it is not listed. |
High Jefferson Parish Utility Bill or Possible Meter Issue
A high utility bill may be caused by water consumption, a leak, a wrong assumption about sewer/garbage charges, an abnormal meter reading, delayed payment posting or account history confusion. Jefferson Parish provides tools that can help before you call.
Have this ready before calling Utility Services
- Account number from the top of your utility bill.
- Service address and account holder name.
- Current bill and previous bill.
- Water consumption amount in thousands of gallons if using the bill calculator.
- Payment confirmation if you recently paid.
- Leak repair receipt, plumber invoice, photos or notes if a leak was found.
- Whether you are East Bank or West Bank if the issue is also a service interruption.
Water Interruptions, Water Advisories and Lead Service Line Information
Jefferson Parish provides more than a payment portal. The official Utility Services and Water Department pages include the Water Service Interruption Map, Water Advisories, Consumer Confidence Reports, and Lead Service Line Inventory information.
Official Jefferson Parish Utility Links and Contacts
Use these official resources for payment, Paystar, customer service, new service, appointment scheduling, bill calculator, report-a-problem and water department details.
Official Jefferson Parish page for Paystar, phone menu, drop boxes, MoneyGram, CheckFreePay and mail payments.
Open payment pageOfficial Jefferson Parish payment center and utility payment vendor page.
Open PaystarOfficial Parish explanation of Paystar features, AutoPay, eBill, payment history and notifications.
Open Paystar infoOfficial page for Utility Customer Service, business hours and East Bank / West Bank after-hours emergency lines.
Open report pageOfficial new service page for moving into an existing home or building a new home.
Open new serviceOfficial tool using account number and water consumption in thousands of gallons.
Open bill calculatorUse for billing disputes or starting, canceling and transferring service.
Schedule appointmentOfficial Water Department page with address, director, reports, advisories and water service resources.
Open Water DepartmentMap: Jefferson Parish East Bank Utility / Water Department Location
Jefferson Parish Water Department contact information lists 1221 Elmwood Park Boulevard, Suite 909, Jefferson, LA 70123. The East Bank drop box is also listed at 1221 Elmwood Park Boulevard.
Map: Jefferson Parish West Bank Drop Box
Jefferson Parish lists the West Bank utility payment drop box at 4500 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA 70072. Do not place cash in the drop box.
Jefferson Parish Water Bill FAQs
How do I pay my Jefferson Parish water bill online?
Use the official Jefferson Parish Pay Utility Services Bill page or Paystar portal. Select Utility Department or Pay Utility Bill and enter the account information from your bill.
Is Paystar the official Jefferson Parish payment vendor?
Yes. The Paystar payment center states that Paystar is the official payment vendor for Jefferson Parish, and Jefferson Parish links to Paystar from its official payment pages.
What is the Jefferson Parish Utility Customer Service phone number?
Call (504) 736-6060 for new service, turning water on or off, water problems, leaks, billing problems, water service problems and website issues during business hours.
What are Jefferson Parish Utility Customer Service hours?
Jefferson Parish lists Utility Customer Service hours as Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
What is the Jefferson Parish after-hours emergency number?
For after-hours water emergencies, call the East Bank line at (504) 838-4363 or the West Bank line at (504) 349-5081.
Where are Jefferson Parish utility bill drop boxes?
Jefferson Parish lists a West Bank drop box at 4500 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA 70072 and an East Bank drop box at 1221 Elmwood Park Boulevard, Jefferson, LA 70123. Do not put cash in either drop box.
Where do I mail a Jefferson Parish utility payment?
Mail payments to Jefferson Parish Utility Services, P.O. Box 10007, Jefferson, LA 70181-0007. Use the mailing instructions on your bill and allow time for delivery.
How do I apply for new water service in Jefferson Parish?
Use the official Apply for New Service page. The Jefferson Parish FAQ says same-day service requires all required information and payment to be received by 2:00 PM.
Can I schedule an appointment for utility service questions?
Yes. Jefferson Parish offers online appointment scheduling to speak with Utility Services about billing disputes or starting, canceling and transferring service.
How can I estimate or check a Jefferson Parish utility bill?
Use the official Bill Calculator. It asks for your account number and water consumption in thousands of gallons.
How do I check Jefferson Parish water service interruptions?
Use the official Water Service Interruption Map from Jefferson Parish Utility Services. If your interruption is not listed, call Utility Customer Service at 504-736-6060.
Is WaterBillGuide.us the official Jefferson Parish Utility Services website?
No. WaterBillGuide.us is an independent informational guide. It does not process payments, access accounts, start service, restore service, dispatch emergency crews or represent Jefferson Parish.
Best Next Step for Jefferson Parish Utility Customers
If your bill is normal, use the official Paystar portal and save the confirmation. If you do not know your account number, call Utility Customer Service. If there is no running water or a broken line after hours, use the correct East Bank or West Bank emergency number instead of the payment portal.
Editorial Review and Independent Guide Disclaimer
This replacement article was written specifically for Jefferson Parish, Louisiana utility customers using official Jefferson Parish and Paystar resources. It corrects the old article’s incorrect “Jefferson Rish,” EPA WaterSense and generic phone-number information.
WaterBillGuide.us is not Jefferson Parish, Paystar or Jefferson Parish Utility Services. We do not process payments, access utility accounts, open or close service, approve disputes, issue advisories, restore service or dispatch emergency crews. For account-specific help, use the official Parish contacts and links above.
Official resources checked include Jefferson Parish Pay Utility Services Bill, Paystar Portal, Report a Problem, Apply for New Service, Schedule Utility Services Appointment, Bill Calculator, Utility Services, Water Department and FAQ pages.

Editorial Team
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The content on WaterBillGuide.us is researched and prepared by our editorial team. Our writers and researchers review publicly available information from official utility websites and service portals to create clear, step-by-step informational guides.
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