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T-Mobile 5G Home Internet
  • Plans starting at $35/month*
  • Free 5G Wi-Fi Gateway
  • Get Up To $300 back on qualified plans
  • Speeds up to 415 Mbps

Electric Providers in Arcata

Pacific Gas & Electric
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Top 11 Natural Gas Providers in Arcata

Pacific Gas & Electric
  • Fixed Rates From: $1.42 /THM
IGS Energy
  • Fixed Rates From: $0.90 /THM
  • Fixed Rates From: $0.22 /THM
Evergreen Gas & Electric
  • Fixed Rates From: $0.60 /THM
National Gas & Electric
  • Fixed Rates From: $0.23 /THM
Spark Energy
  • Fixed Rates From: $0.75 /THM
Tiger Natural Gas
Vista Energy Marketing
  • Fixed Rates From: $0.50 /THM
XOOM Energy
  • Fixed Rates From: $0.53 /THM

Top 6 Internet Providers in Arcata

Optimum
  • Fiber Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 8 Gbps
  • Starting at: $40.00/mo
Verizon 5G Home Internet
  • 5G Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 1 Gbps
  • Starting at: $50.00/mo
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet
  • 5G Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 415 Mbps
  • Starting at: $50.00/mo
Hughesnet
  • Satellite Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 100 Mbps
  • Starting at: $49.99/mo
Starlink
  • Satellite Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 220 Mbps
  • Starting at: $80.00/mo
Viasat
  • Satellite Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 150 Mbps
  • Starting at: $49.99/mo
*Not all internet providers and speeds available in all areas.

Water & Sewage Providers in Arcata

ARCATA, CITY OF
736 F Street ARCATA, CA 95521
Water Filtration Systems
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Trash and Recycling Providers in Arcata

Hambro Recycling
420 S G St, Arcata, CA 95521
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Utilities Summary for Arcata, CA

Electric Companies: 1
Natural Gas Companies: 11
Water & Sewage Providers: 1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers: 1
Municipal Electricity: No

Arcata Internet Connectivity

Broadband Availability
91.03%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
0.22%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
0.22%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet
*Based on data from the FCC National Broadband map

Fastest Internet Providers in Arcata

Provider Connection Type Download Speed
Optimum Fiber 8 Gbps
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Verizon 5G Home Internet 5G 1 Gbps
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T-Mobile 5G Home Internet 5G 415 Mbps
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Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
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Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
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Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
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Arcata Drinking Water Quality Information

Clean drinking water is essential for maintaining good health and overall well-being. Safe, contaminant-free water helps prevent the spread of diseases, supports proper hydration, and ensures the body's vital functions operate smoothly.

Arcata's Primary Drinking Water Source: Ground Water

Drinking Water Contaminant Levels

Copper
1500 ppb
Health standard: 1300 ppb
Legal limit: 1300 ppb
Lead
5 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
46.2 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.254 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit: 100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.1855 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
5.0548 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit: 60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
1.9683 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
6.7988 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Strontium
316.6667 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.6367 ppb
Health standard: 21 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Contaminant Data Based on Averages of SDWA LCR Samples and UCMR 3, UCMR 4, and UCMR 5 Samples. Health standards are based on guidelines set by the EPA, WHO, or state health departments. Health standards are based on possible negative health side effects if that level of contaminant is exceeded. Legal limits are set and enforced by EPA regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I choose my electric company in Arcata?

Not at this time, the state of California has not deregulated electric utilities. The primary electric company providing power to Arcata is Pacific Gas & Electric.

Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Arcata, CA?

Yes, the state of California has deregulated its natural gas utilities. Deregulation of gas service allows for multiple providers and allows customers to choose between providers and plans that best fit their needs. Assuming your area has started enabling retail gas competition, you can choose between Pacific Gas & Electric and AAA Natural Gas or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Arcata.

Does Arcata offer municipal electricity services?

No, Arcata does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Arcata area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Arcata, City Of.

Who is the fastest internet provider in Arcata?

Optimum is the fastest internet service provider in Arcata, offering speeds up to 8 Gbps.