Living in Surf City comes with plenty of perks – year-round sun, beautiful beaches and a lively downtown. But being a Huntington Beach resident also means paying your fair share of city fees and utilities. Navigating your municipal bill payment options can be confusing so I’ve put together this insider’s guide to paying your Huntington Beach city bills.
As a 10-year resident of HB, I’ll walk through the various ways to pay your Huntington Beach water bill, parking citations, business license fees, and more. Whether online, by phone, or in-person, the city offers flexible bill pay methods. Read on to learn how to quickly and easily take care of your Huntington Beach bills!
Overview of City Bill Payment Options
The city of Huntington Beach provides residents and businesses with a few different options for paying municipal bills and fees, including:
- Online via the city’s payment portal
- By phone through an automated system
- By mail by sending a check or money order
- In-person at the cashier desks at City Hall
These options allow you to pay your city bills 24/7. The payment portal and phone line make it easy to quickly pay a bill online even when city offices are closed
So whether you’re trying to pay a parking ticket or cover your monthly water usage, Huntington Beach offers convenient ways to pay securely online or over the phone. Let’s look at each option in more detail.
Pay Online Via the City Payment Portal
The fastest and easiest way to pay your city of Huntington Beach bill is through the online payment portal. This secure online system allows you to:
- Pay one-time fees for permits, licenses, citations, etc.
- Set up recurring payments for utilities
- Pay by credit/debit card or eCheck
I really like the option to store payment methods for quick pay. You can log in anytime and submit a payment 24/7.
There is a 3% credit card processing fee, but paying online saves the time and hassle of mailing payments or visiting City Hall. It’s quick, secure, and lets you knock city bills off your to-do list from anywhere.
Pay by Phone
If you prefer to pay your city bills over the phone, Huntington Beach offers an automated pay-by-phone system at (844) 364-9966. This IVR system is available anytime to make quick one-time payments or recurring auto-pay setup.
You’ll need to have your account number, invoice number, or citation number ready. After dialing in, just follow the prompts to make a payment via credit/debit card or electronic check.
I recommend saving the pay-by-phone number in your contacts for easy access. It’s super convenient for those last-minute bill payments.
Pay Bills by Mail
Sending your city payments by traditional mail is always an option as well. Simply mail your payment stub, invoice, or notice along with a check or money order to:
City of Huntington Beach
Attn: City Treasurer
P.O. Box 711
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
When paying by mail, make sure to include your account number or invoice number on the check or money order. Allow 3-5 business days for mail delivery and processing.
In-Person Payments at City Hall
You can also pay city bills and fees in-person at the Huntington Beach City Hall building. Head to the 1st Floor Cashier stations and a clerk can process your payment.
City Hall Cashier Hours
One Water Awards: City of Huntington Beach Public Works Department
FAQ
What is the phone number for the water bill in Huntington Beach CA?
What is Bill Pay Huntington?
Bill Pay from Huntington. Pay your bills digitally with Huntington. It’s simple. We’ll take care of everything; you just tell us how much to send and when. For free.
How do I pay my Huntington Beach municipal services bill online?
The City of Huntington Beach has enhanced the services available to you on this online payment portal. Register to access your Municipal Services account online to: Pay your municipal services bill. Review past bills. Compare usage history. Link all of your accounts to one login. Registration for these services is a few clicks away.
How do I pay my Huntington Beach credit card?
You may choose to pay using your bank’s online payment system. If you want to pay the City of Huntington Beach, you must include the full 15-digit number on your statement, which is made up of your customer number and account number. Payments that do not contain the complete 15 digits and all requested information will be rejected.
How do I pay my utility/water bill?
For questions regarding utility/water billing call (714) 536-5919 – Press “9” to speak to utility billing. Online Payment through your financial institution You may choose to pay using your bank’s online payment system.
