How Much do Households Pay for Water Supply and Sanitation Services in Latin America? A Descriptive Analysis of Tariffs and Subsidies in the Region
Peer Reviewed
Date issued
May 2024
Data
Subject
Municipal Government;
Water and Sanitation;
Tariff System;
Sanitation Service;
Subsidy;
Water Supply and Sanitation;
Water Supply;
Water Tariff
JEL code
Q25 - Water;
O54 - Latin America • Caribbean
Category
Monographs
Although rates and subsidies for water and sanitation services play a fundamental role in meeting goal 6.1 of the Sustainable Development Goals, public and easily accessible information on prices and rate structures in Latin America is scarce and fragmented. This monograph describes in detail the comprehensive database collected by the Water and Sanitation Division's Knowledge Team and identifies key public policy recommendations.
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