Annual Fee Schedules
2026 Fee / Rate Schedule
| User Type | Annual rate |
|---|---|
| Standard Residential Dwelling (Single, Duplex, Townhome, Condominium or Apartment) | $96.00 Discounted to $84 if payed in full within 30 days of billing date |
| Commercial / Business / Industrial and Educational | $10.00 per full time equivalent with a minimum rate of $20 |
| Resident Student at an Educational Use | $15 per student |
Most EMS agencies in Pennsylvania are non-governmental organization and generate revenue mostly through voluntary contributions. This funding scheme causes many issue, including underfunding and understaffing. Aston Ambulance Authority, a municipal authority, instead charges property owners a mandatory annual fee to fund its operations and ensure 24/7 readiness to respond to EMS calls.
Benefits to residents of Aston Ambulance Authority member municipalities include:
- No residual bills for EMS services if your insurance pays
- 50% off EMS bills if you do not have insurance coverage
- 50% off EMS bills if your payment applies to a deductible
The annual fee schedule is calculated based on various factors, including but not limited to historical EMS call volume, occupancy classification, tax data, and individual municipal data.