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Find Utility Providers in Palo Alto, CA


Electric Providers in Palo Alto

Palo Alto Utilities
250 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States

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Natural Gas Providers in Palo Alto

City of Palo Alto
250 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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Water & Sewage Providers in Palo Alto

CITY OF PALO ALTO
P.O. Box 10250 3201 EAST BAYSHORE RD PALO ALTO, CA 94303

Top 6 Internet Providers Providers in Palo Alto

AT&T Fiber
  • Fiber Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 5 Gbps
Xfinity
  • Cable Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 2 Gbps
Verizon 5G Home Internet
  • 5G Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 1 Gbps
Starlink
  • Satellite Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 220 Mbps
Viasat
  • Satellite Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 150 Mbps
Hughesnet
  • Satellite Connection
  • Download Speeds Up To: 100 Mbps
*Not all internet providers and speeds available in all areas.

Top 2 Trash and Recycling Providers Providers in Palo Alto

BAY JUNK Palo Alto
855 El Camino Real 13A, #317, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States
Yellowsack
2100 Geng Rd #210, Palo Alto, CA 94303, United States

Utilities Summary for Palo Alto, CA

Electric Companies: 1
Natural Gas Companies: 1
Water & Sewage Providers: 1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers: 2
Municipal Electricity: Yes

Palo Alto Internet Connectivity

Broadband Availability
94.89%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
48.75%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
40.48%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet

Palo Alto Drinking Water Quality Information

Primary Drinking Water Source: Surface Water

Drinking Water Contaminant Levels

Lead
8.2 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
127.875 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.25 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit: 100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.0825 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
30.9813 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit: 60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
0.7572 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
31.7384 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Manganese
3.25 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Quinoline
0.022 ppb
Health standard: .01 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Strontium
71.5 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.38 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 Palo Alto?

Not at this time, the state of California has not deregulated electric utilities. The primary electric company providing power to Palo Alto is Palo Alto Utilities.

Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Palo Alto, 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 City of Palo Alto or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Palo Alto.

What is the average utility bill in Palo Alto?

On average, the residents of Palo Alto, CA pay around $241.07 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Palo Alto on average pay 46.6% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.

Does Palo Alto offer municipal electricity services?

Yes, City of Palo Alto is a municipal electric provider and supplies most residents of Palo Alto with electricity. Most cities also offer essential municipal services like water, sewage treatment and wastewater disposal.