Most city meters $2.50/hour

What the rule says

Jan 31 2025: most of 5,332 meters went to $2.50/hour (doubled from $1.25). Lower-rate meters also doubled. Do not feed past the posted time limit even if the meter accepts more money. Rate: $2.50/hour typical.

When it applies

Schedule

During enforcement hours · $2.50/hour typical · Posted

If you get it wrong

Citation for overtime even if paid

City-wide meter window

Mon–Sat, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM

Citation & source

Issuing agency

City of San Diego Parking Meter Operations (Treasurer) / SDPD enforcement

Last verified

Aug 28, 2026 — Source last verified Aug 28, 2026 (45d ago). This rule matches its official source as of that date.

Official source

https://www.sandiego.gov/parking/faqs(opens in a new tab)