Cities: Skylines II – Service Buildings Guide

In Cities: Skylines II each city service buildingis upgradeable, extending its operations to service more citizens and answer different needs of the citizens. Click the link above for more details!

Note: We also have a complete guide to Signature Buildings and Their Positive Effects.

Communications

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SizeCostUpkeep per MonthXP

Post Office
Handles local incoming and outgoing mail. Post vans and trucks pick up mail from mailboxes around the city. Citizens can also drop off their mail directly at the office. Can be upgraded with an extra garage and a storage extension.
10×8₡250.0K₡45.0K500

Post Sorting Facility
Processes and stores both local and intercity mail. Mail going to and coming from outside the city is carried by high capacity post trucks, which helps reduce mail related traffic on the roads. Can be upgraded with extra loading ramps, a storage extension and automated sorting systems.
28×28₡650.0K₡80.0K1000

Radio Mast
Transmits mobile data, radio traffic and TV signals. In case of emergencies, the masts are used to broadcast an alarm which allows citizens to react to the event more rapidly. Can be upgraded with a wireless network antenna and increased bandwidth.
4×3₡13.6K₡5.0K100

Server Farm
Rows and banks of raw computing power provide immense resources to handle network traffic. Can be upgraded with fiber optic cables and advanced computers.
24×18₡300.0K₡50.0K500

Telecom Tower
The center for media broadcasts, telecommunications and long range cellular networks. Also houses local media headquarters. Increases entertainment citywide and attracts tourists.
7×7₡1000.0K₡95.0K2000

Satellite Uplink
Transmits all sorts of data globally. Information and entertainment can be sent to and received from the other side of the world. Increases the capacity of the network and increases entertainment in the whole city.
7×4₡3.2M₡320.0K4000
  • Additional information:
NameNoise pollutionElectricity consumptionWater consumptionGarbage accumulationWorkplacesMax. needed educationEvening shiftsNight shifts
Post Office50005001005012Educated25%20%
Post Sorting Facility2000080005007520Educated30%10%
Radio Mast25002500001Poorly educated25%25%
Server Farm2000020000100002510Well educated25%12.5%
Telecom Tower100005000250010Highly educated25%15%
Satellite Uplink500050005002510Highly educated25%12.5%

Education & Research

SizeCostUpkeep per monthXP

Elementary School
A place of basic education for children. Provides the first level of education. Can be upgraded with an extension wing, a children’s clinic, and a playground.
18×8₡100.0K₡25.0K300

High School
A school for teenagers. Provides the second level of education. Can be upgraded with an extension wing, a sports field, and a library.
22×16₡300.0K₡45.0K500

College
The first step towards higher education for teens and adults alike. Provides the third level of education. Can be upgraded with an extension wing, and a library.
22×16₡750.0K₡150.0K1000

University
A massive complex that offers education for academically oriented citizens. Provides the fourth level of education. Can be upgraded with an extension wing, a library, and a park.
40×28₡1.5M₡200.0K2000

Technical University
Academic learning for the technically oriented. Provides the fourth level of education, and increases the efficiency of offices and industrial companies.Can be upgraded with an extension wing, and a workshop upgrade.
53×38₡1.6M₡160.0K2000

Radio Telescope
An astronomy research facility that increases the citizens’ interest in university level education and leads to increased university graduation rates.
8×8₡3.2M₡320.0K4000

Geological Research Center
A facility for performing geological research and field studies. Helps discover larger underground deposits of ore and oil.
12×12₡2.5M₡230.0K3000

Medical University
Academic schooling for medical professions. Provides the fourth level of education, and increases the efficiency of healthcare service buildings. Can be upgraded with an extension wing, research facilities, and a practice clinic.
62×18₡2.4M₡240.0K3000

Large Hadron Collider
A huge particle collider that is used for various physics experiments. Increases citizens’ interest in university studies and generates higher demand for electronics and software companies.
54×64₡4.0M₡400.0K5000
  • Additional information:
NameNoise pollutionElectricity consumptionWater consumptionGarbage accumulationWorkplacesMax. needed educationEvening shiftsNight shifts
Elementary School75001000150020010Educated12.5%0%
High School75001500150025012Educated12.5%0%
College100002000150030032Well educated12.5%0%
University100003000300040028Highly educated25%6.25%
Technical University1000010000250045048Highly educated25%12.5%
Radio Telescope150001000012524Highly educated12.5%6.25%
Geological Research Center1500035001000030032Highly educated12.5%6.25%
Medical University100008000250050048Highly educated25%12.5%
Large Hadron Collider100000350000010052Highly educated20%10%

Electricity

SizeCostUpkeep per monthXP

Hydroelectric Power Plant
A dam that spans a river and produces electricity by harnessing the flow of water with turbines.Can be upgraded with advanced turbines.
6×9₡1.57M₡100.0K2000

Transformer Station
Transforms high voltage currents coming from a power plant to low voltage current usable by buildings.
6×7₡30.0K₡6.0K100

Wind Turbine
Rotating blades combined with a turbine generate power from the wind. Power output is dependent on placement and weather conditions, but wind turbines generate no pollution.Can be upgraded with a storage battery, solar panels, and an advanced rotor design.
15×15₡25.0K₡15.0K100

Small Coal Power PlantA basic power plant that burns coal to produce electricity. Low cost, but generates lots of pollution.
14×16₡100.0K₡10.0K300

Gas Power Plant
A power plant fueled by natural gas. Larger and more efficient than Coal Power Plants with slightly less pollution. Fairly cost effective to build and maintain, although running costs depend on the price of the fossil fuel.Can be upgraded with an additional turbine, enlarged fuel storage, exhaust filter and an advanced furnace.
27×38₡650.0K₡600.0K1000

Emergency Battery Station
Huge battery banks store electricity that can be used to negate the problems caused by blackouts or energy consumption spikes.Can be upgraded with increased battery capacity and a diesel generator.
22×10₡150.0K₡50.0K300

Coal Power Plant
A power plant that burns coal to produce electricity. Fairly inexpensive to build and maintain, but generates lots of pollution.Can be upgraded with an additional turbine, enlarged coal storage, exhaust filter and an advanced furnace.
50×40₡1000.0K₡150.0K2000

Geothermal Power Plant
Electricity is generated from heat drawn from deep underground, so no fuel source is needed for these power plants. As a downside, they are somewhat expensive to build and maintain. Some greenhouse gasses also leak into the atmosphere in the process, causing air pollution. Can be upgraded with an additional turbine, a more efficient power generation process, and high voltage substations.
44×35₡750.0K₡300.0K1000

Solar Power Plant
Photovoltaic cells generate electricity from sunlight. It is stored in batteries during daytime and fed into the network during nights. As power is generated from sunlight alone, power output depends on the weather, but the plant also does not produce any ground or air pollution.Can be upgraded with a backup battery, an advanced tracking system, and high voltage substations.
36×69₡1.5M₡300.0K2000

Nuclear Power Plant
A thermal power plant that uses nuclear fission as the source of heat. Generates vast amounts of power and requires lots of water for cooling. Both the building and upkeep costs are rather high. Generates a lot of noise pollution but no ground or air pollution.
72×41₡5.0M₡1000.0K10000
  • Additional information:
NameNoise pollutionWater consumptionGarbage accumulationWorkplacesMax. needed educationEvening shiftsNight shifts
Hydroelectric Power Plant50000017518Well educated25%25%
Transformer Station500000
Wind Turbine2000000
Small Coal Power Plant300001200012510Educated25%25%
Gas Power Plant100004800017528Well educated25%25%
Emergency Battery Station1000025002516Well educated25%25%
Coal Power Plant1000006000024032Well educated25%25%
Geothermal Power Plant20000012522Well educated25%25%
Solar Power Plant500003600015016Well educated25%10%
Nuclear Power Plant150000750000750134Highly educated25%25%

Fire & Rescue

SizeCostUpkeep per monthXP

Fire House
A small station that houses a few fire engines. Also reduces the likelihood of fires in the buildings in its service area by conducting safety supervision.Can be upraded with an extended garage.
5×5₡120.0K₡20.0K300

Firewatch Tower
A tower that keeps a constant lookout, reducing the chance of forest fires and alerting firefighters if a fire does break out.Does not need a road connection, but requires electricity to function.
2×2₡46.0K₡25.0K100

Fire Station
A large station that houses several fire engines. Also reduces the likelihood of fires in the buildings in its service area by conducting safety supervision.Can be upgraded with an extended garage, a training facility, a disaster response unit, and a helipad that provides firefighting helicopters.
14×18₡2.15M₡235.0K3000

Firefighting Helicopter Depot
A base of operations for firefighting helicopters. Houses five firefighting helicopters ready to take off at a moment’s notice.
11×16₡1.22M₡145.0K2000

Small Emergency Shelter
Provides citizens a safe place to stay during large-scale accidents or natural disasters.Can be upgraded with advanced air recycling and extra stores of consumables.
1×2₡35.0K₡15.0K100

Early Disaster Warning System
The EDWS contains multiple high-end detection systems that can spot approaching natural disasters in advance. Citizens can thus seek shelter or prepare buildings for the disaster ahead of time. Prepared buildings suffer less structural damage in the disaster.
10×7₡2.4M₡240.0K3000

Large Emergency Shelter
A massive shelter that has the space and provisions to house a significant number of citizens for an extended period of time during even the most dangerous of disasters. When an evacuation order is given, specialized buses are sent out from the shelter to collect citizens from the affected areas.
5×7₡315.0K₡60.0K500
  • Additional information:
NameNoise pollutionElectricity consumptionWater consumptionGarbage accumulationWorkplacesMax. needed educationEvening shiftsNight shifts
Fire House500010001000508Poorly educated30%30%
Firewatch Tower50000
Fire Station7500350050007560Educated30%30%
Firefighting Helicopter Depot250001600040007548Poorly educated25%12.5%
Small Emergency Shelter000
Early Disaster Warning System1500075005040Highly educated30%30%
Large Emergency Shelter15000500020014Educated25%25%

Garbage Management

SizeCostUpkeep per monthXP

Landfill
Sends out garbage trucks to collect waste from the city and stores it in the designated area.Can be upgraded with a garbage truck depot, a hazardous waste collection point, and a waste recycling unit.
17×15₡70.0K₡30.0K150

Incineration Plant
Collects and burns garbage, turning it into energy. This reduces garbage accumulation, but produces some air pollution.Can be upgraded with a garbage truck depot, an extra incinerator, and an extended storage.
25×27₡1000.0K₡210.0K2000

Recycling Center
Collects and sorts garbage to produce reusable materials, which are then sold further. This produces income for the city.Can be upgraded with a garbage truck depot, a hazardous waste collection point, and an extended storage.
22×18₡880.0K₡160.0K2000

Industrial Waste Processing Site
A specialized facility for collecting and handling the most hazardous and toxic waste products that result from industrial production. As these dangerous substances are collected away, the ground pollution produced by all industrial buildings is lowered.
19×16₡6.36M₡450.0K5000
  • Additional information:
NameGround pollutionAir pollutionNoise pollutionElectricity consumptionWater consumptionWorkplacesMax. needed educationEvening shiftsNight shifts
Landfill2000020000400001000100010Poorly educated20%10%
Incineration Plant40000400004000002500040Well educated25%12.5%
Recycling Center100005000150002500100032Well educated25%10%
Industrial Waste Processing Site50000500005000015000500060Highly educated20%10%

Healthcare & Deathcare

SizeCostUpkeep per monthXP

Medical Clinic
Basic healthcare for a small area. Can pick up patients with ambulances. Helps citizens in its service area remain healthier.Can be upgraded with an ambulance depot and an extension wing.
11×6₡60.0K₡40.0K150

Hospital
Provides health care for a large area and takes care of sick and injured citizens. Keeps citizens in its service area healthier.Can be upgraded with medical helicopters, a trauma center, and a specialized treatment ward.
23×10₡1.88M₡450.0K3000

Disease Control Center
A research facility for pathogens, toxins, and hereditary diseases. Citizens afflicted by them are also treated here. Intensive care takes slightly longer than regular treatment, but makes recovery much more likely.Can send out medical helicopters to pick up patients.
25×20₡2.0M₡350.0K3000

Health Research Institute
A facility that studies the ways citizens can remain healthier and educates them in various ways, including lectures and outdoor challenges.
21×9₡1000.0K₡160.0K2000

Cemetery
The final resting place for deceased citizens. Cemeteries collect and transport the dead with hearses.Can be upgraded with a temple, a mausoleum, and a columbarium.
16×25₡114.0K₡55.0K300

Crematorium
Cremates the bodies of deceased citizens. The ashes do not take up space in the crematorium.Can be upgraded with a hearse garage, an additional incinerator, and an expanded refrigerator.
8×10₡240.0K₡45.0K500
  • Additional information:
NameElectricity consumptionWater consumptionTelecommunication consumptionGarbage accumulationWorkplacesMax. needed educationEvening shiftsNight shifts
Medical Clinic250010000.010012Well educated25%12.5%
Hospital10000500010.050060Highly educated25%15%
Disease Control Center1000050000.045045Highly educated25%6.25%
Health Research Institute1000050000.035022Highly educated25%6.25%
Cemetery80020000.05012Educated0%0%
Crematorium13005000.05010Educated0%0%

Parks & Recreation

SizeCostUpkeep per monthXP

Park Maintenance Depot
Houses a maintenance office and a garage for vehicles. Well maintained parks provide the most leisure benefit to visitors. Can be upgraded with an extra garage and a supply storage.
7×10₡90.0K₡40.0K150

Small Park
Plenty of benches provide for comfy relaxing in the shade.
4×4₡10.0K₡2.0K100

Small Plaza
Benches surround the fountain at the center of this small plaza.
6×6₡20.0K₡4.0K100

Small Playground
A sandbox, a slide and a jungle gym provide for kids of all ages.
2×2₡5.0K₡1000100

Dog Park
A park dedicated to our four-legged friends.
4×3₡10.0K₡2.0K100

Campfire Site
A fire pit with benches and a collection of picnic tables provide for all outdoor cooking needs.
8×14₡30.0K₡6.0K100

Large City Park
A small stage is the focal point of this large park while picnic tables provide ample seating.
10×8₡42.0K₡8.5K100

Large Plaza
A monumental fountain is the center piece of this city plaza.
12×16₡56.0K₡12.5K150

Large Playground
A large jungle gym and a sandbox, with swings and carousels to match, will guarantee hours of playtime.
3×4₡14.0K₡2.5K100

Tennis Court
Two nets and seating areas provide for the tennis enthusiasts.
4×7₡14.0K₡2.5K100

Outdoor Gym
Citizens work on their physique and tan here at the same time.
2×2₡15.0K₡3.0K100

Skate Park
The finest selection of ramps and rails.
8×4₡15.0K₡3.0K100

Basketball Court
A place to shoot some hoops and get some fresh air at the same time.
3×4₡14.0K₡2.5K100

American Football Field
A field with seating areas on both sides.
20×12₡160.0K₡30.0K300

Soccer Field
A field with a covered seating for the audience.
12×15₡160.0K₡30.0K300

Community Pool
The perfect place to enjoy sunny days.
7×7₡80.0K₡16.0K150

Observation Tower
Reaching for the skies, this building is perfect for anyone wishing to enjoy the scenery.
19×14₡3.2M₡320.0K4000

Bronze Statue
A masterpiece in bronze casting, this massive statue will attract tourists far and wide. The base is accessible to visitors and offers amenities.
9×9₡3.2M₡320.0K4000

Water Park
An amusement park that offers plenty of water related activities for children and grown-ups alike.
12×6₡800.0K₡80.0K1000

Medieval Castle
A restored medieval castle open for visitors.
26×24₡4.8M₡480.0K6000
  • Additional information:
NameService rangeService capacityService magnitudeElectricity consumptionWater consumptionGarbage accumulation
Park Maintenance Depot15002000200
Small Park2500.0800.010.050005
Small Plaza4000.01200.010.07505005
Small Playground2000.0600.010.0250010
Dog Park3500.0800.010.0250025
Campfire Site6000.01600.010.00010
Large City Park3000.01600.014.0100075020
Large Plaza4000.02000.014.01500100020
Large Playground2500.0800.014.0500025
Tennis Court3500.0800.014.0500010
Outdoor Gym3500.01000.010.050005
Skate Park3500.01000.010.0500010
Basketball Court3500.0800.014.0510011
American Football Field4000.04000.016.02500010
Soccer Field4000.04000.016.02510011
Community Pool3500.02000.016.030001000025
Observation Tower7500.06000.018.035005000100
Bronze Statue5000.05000.016.03000100050
Water Park5000.03000.016.01500020000100
Medieval Castle7500.04000.016.010001000100

Police & Administration

Size CostUpkeep per monthXP

Police Station
A base of operations for local police. Houses staff facilities, an attached garage for squad cars and a small jail.Can be upgraded with an extended garage.
12×7₡160.0K₡38.0K300

Police Headquarters
A large station house with administrative and staff facilities, a large garage and a jail.Can be upgraded with an extended garage, extra jail cells, and a helipad that provides police helicopters.
18×20₡2.1M₡310.0K3000

Prison
Houses convicted criminals.Can be upgraded with a prison library and recreation center and additional wings for increased prisoner capacity.
26×24₡650.0K₡200.0K1000

Central Intelligence Bureau
The local headquarters for CIB agents. The Central Intelligence Bureau investigates severe criminal activity and apprehends criminals with superior efficiency. The sole existence of the office lowers crime rate citywide.
34×34₡3.2M₡320.0K4000

Welfare Office
Helps the less fortunate by increasing well-being in the surrounding neighborhood.
15×16₡110.0K₡45.0K300

City Hall
A center for different branches of local government. Reduces the price of imported goods and lowers loan interest rates.Can be upgraded with city planning offices and a city court.
16×20₡1.6M₡160.0K2000

Central Bank
Houses stock and resource traders as well as financial advisors and loan officers. The services working together lowers loan interests and reduces the price of imported resources.
28×20₡2.4M₡240.0K3000
  • Additional information:
NameNoise pollutionElectricity consumptionWater consumptionGarbage accumulationWorkplacesMax. needed educationEvening shiftsNight shifts
Police Station5000200010007512Poorly educated30%30%
Police Headquarters200003500250012560Well educated30%30%
Prison400003500500015050Well educated30%30%
Central Intelligence Bureau160001000400100Highly educated25%12.5%
Welfare Office100001500100012512Educated12.5%6.25%
City Hall3500100020016Well educated25%10%
Central Bank1000010007540Well educated25%12.5%

Transportation

Size CostUpkeep per monthXP

Bus Depot
Fuels, maintains and stores buses. Each vehicle stops by the depot at certain intervals to stay in running order. Can be upgraded with an extra garage and electric buses.
18×9₡150.0K₡62.0K300

Bus Station
A terminal for buses. Can be upgraded with a taxi stop, an extra platform and electric bus recharging station.
13×13₡200.0K₡56.0K500

Taxi Depot
A garage and repair workshop for taxis. Also houses a small dispatch office. Can be upgraded with an extra garage, a dispatch center, and electric taxis.
9×7₡100.0K₡28.0K300

Rail Yard
A large complex used for the storing, sorting, and maintenance of trains. Can be upgraded with extra tracks and a maintenance hall.
44×28₡150.0K₡30.0K300

Train Station
Allows passengers train boarding and disembarking. Can be upgraded with extra platforms, station services, a subway interface and a taxi stop.
25×14₡75.0K₡23.0K150

Cargo Train Terminal
A large warehouse where cargo trains can load and unload cargo to and from trucks. Can be upgraded with a storage warehouse and extra tracks.
38×17₡150.0K₡30.0K300

Tram Depot
Workshops and staff facilities for the tram network. Trams return to the depot for maintenance at regular intervals. Can be upgraded with an extra garage.
19×17₡100.0K₡23.0K300

Subway Yard
Rail yard that contains warehouses and facilities for subway train handling and maintenance. Can be upgraded with extra tracks and a maintenance hall.
44×20₡200.0K₡48.0K500

Overground Subway Station
Allows passengers subway train boarding and disembarking overground. Can be upgraded with station services.
21×6₡25.0K₡10.0K100

Underground Subway Station
Allows passengers subway train boarding and disembarking underground.Can be upgraded with station services.
3×2₡50.0K₡10.0K150

Harbor
Passenger ships stop here to load and unload. A passenger terminal allows passengers to board and disembark. Can be upgraded with an extra pier and a transit terminal.
38×11₡420.0K₡60.0K1000

Cargo Harbor
A harbor with cranes and container yards that allows for cargo ships to load and unload. Also stores the cargo until it is shipped forward.Can be upgraded with a railway connection, extra cargo cranes, and warehouses.
56×33₡490.0K₡67.0K1000

Airport
A small terminal and runway that provide the city with flight connections. Increases the attractiveness of the city and raises the effectiveness of offices. Can be upgraded with airport services, a business lounge, and a cargo terminal.
142×47₡750.0K₡100.0K1000

International Airport
A large international hub that allows citizens the ultimate freedom of travel. The integrated train station, taxi stands and a plenitude of tax free services ensure that citizens and tourists alike enjoy their trip. Increases the attractiveness of the city and the effectiveness of offices and commercial companies.
170×158₡4.0M₡400.0K5000

ChirpX Space Center
A huge facility that houses both a space museum as well as an active command center and rocket launch platform. The combination of history and the unique sight of rocket launches attracts tourists and increases the effectiveness of industries and offices.
36×46₡4.8M₡480.0K6000
  • Additional information:
NameNoise pollutionElectricity consumptionWater consumptionGarbage accumulationWorkplacesMax. needed educationEvening shiftsNight shiftsStorage limit
Bus Depot100002000100010016Educated25%12.5%
Bus Station100002500100012514Educated25%12.5%
Taxi Depot50001500500508Educated25%12.5%
Rail Yard30000700010001008Well educated25%12.5%
Train Station15000500010001256Educated25%12.5%
Cargo Train Terminal250001160010001508Well educated25%12.5%15500000
Tram Depot15000500010001006Well educated25%12.5%
Subway Yard250008000100010013Well educated25%12.5%
Overground Subway Station10000800010001254Educated25%12.5%
Underground Subway Station5000500010001254Educated25%12.5%
Harbor2500016000100035012Well educated25%12.5%
Cargo Harbor10000025000100040014Well educated25%12.5%15500000
Airport30000200050020Highly educated40%20%0
International Airport600001000070050Well educated40%20%800000
ChirpX Space Center30000800002000050050Highly educated25%15%

Water & Sewage

SizeCostUpkeep per monthXP

Water Pumping Station
Extracts water from a lake or river and delivers it to the city via water pipes.Can be upgraded with an extra pump.
4×6₡25.0K₡10.0K100

Water Tower
Delivers fresh water into the city via water pipes. Costly to maintain when compared to its output capacity, but can be placed anywhere. Can be upgraded with a viewing deck.
4×4₡60.0K₡30.0K150

Groundwater Pumping Station
Extracts water from underground deposits and delivers it to the city via water pipes.Can be upgraded with an extra pump and an advanced filtering system.
6×6₡40.0K₡20.0K100

Advanced Water Pumping Station
Extracts water from lakes, rivers and other bodies of surface water and pumps it to the city’s water network. This high-power facility can easily perform the work of several regular pumping stations on its own.
11×21₡240.0K₡95.0K1000

Sewage Outlet
A basic sewage processing facility that pumps waste water out into the environment.Can be upgraded with an additional settling tank and a chemical purification system.
2×2₡25.0K₡20.0K100

Wastewater Treatment Plant
Processes sewage and purifies it of pollutants. The treated water is then pumped back into the water network. The removed pollutants become garbage to be collected.Can be upgraded with an advanced filtering system and an additional processing unit.
12×10₡480.0K₡105.0K1000
  • Additional information:
NameNoise pollutionElectricity consumptionGarbage accumulationWorkplacesMax. needed educationEvening shiftsNight shifts
Water Pumping Station5000300004Educated25%25%
Water Tower250000
Groundwater Pumping Station5000300008Poorly educated25%25%
Advanced Water Pumping Station250003000016Well educated25%25%
Sewage Outlet500000
Wastewater Treatment Plant15000150017520Well educated25%25%

That’s it!

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