The City of Olympia offers a Lifeline Rate on utilities services for customers who qualify as low-income and disabled, and low-income senior citizens.  This rate applies to residential customers only.  Lifeline Rates are 50% of the standard utility rate for Water, Solid Waste, Sewer, and Stormwater.  Once you qualify for this program, the Lifeline Rate becomes effective on your next billing cycle. 

Who is Eligible:  Eligible customers must meet guidelines for low-income and disabled, or low-income and over the age of 62.  For the purpose of our Lifeline Rate, low income is defined as 50% below the median family income for Thurston County. 

House Income Limits: Combined households income must be less than the amount listed below.  Person(s) per Family

• 1 Person in the family no more than $23,200
• 2 People in the Family no more than $26,500
• 3 People in the Family no more than $29,850
• 4 People in the family no more than $33,150

Applying for the Program:  Please attach the following items.

• Proof of income.  A copy of your tax return for the preceding calendar year must be provided. For residents who do not file an IRS tax return, you must provide documentation of all income. 
• Complete the Lifeline Rate Application Packet (printer friendly document).