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Utilities Summary for Chico, CA
Electric Companies:
1
Natural Gas Companies:
11
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
4
Municipal Electricity:
No
Chico Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
99%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
27.94%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
14.4%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet
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.
Chico's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
2.3 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
32 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.5457 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.6447 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
11.1913 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
1.1844 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
12.3756 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Manganese
5.02 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
116.0625 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
10.785 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.
Not at this time, the state of California has not deregulated electric utilities. The primary electric company providing power to Chico is Pacific Gas & Electric.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Chico, 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 Ambit Energy or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Chico.
What is the average utility bill in Chico?
On average, the residents of Chico, CA pay around $190.80 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Chico on average pay 16.1% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Chico offer municipal electricity services?
No, Chico does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Chico area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Del Oro Water Co.-paradise Pines.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Chico?
Xfinity is the fastest internet service provider in Chico, offering speeds up to 2 Gbps to 98.92% of the city.