- 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 Palo Alto
Palo Alto Utilities
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Natural Gas Providers in Palo Alto
City of Palo Alto
Top 7 Internet Providers in Palo Alto
AT&T Fiber
- Fiber Connection
- Download Speeds Up To: 5 Gbps
- Starting at: $55.00/mo
Xfinity
- Cable Connection
- Download Speeds Up To: 2 Gbps
- Starting at: $30.00/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
Water & Sewage Providers in Palo Alto
CITY OF PALO ALTO
P.O. Box 10250 3201 EAST BAYSHORE RD PALO ALTO, CA 94303
Water Filtration Systems
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Top 2 Trash and Recycling Providers in Palo Alto
BAY JUNK Palo Alto
855 El Camino Real 13A, #317, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Yellowsack
2100 Geng Rd #210, Palo Alto, CA 94303
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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
Fastest Internet Providers in Palo Alto
| Provider | Connection Type | Download Speed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber | Fiber | 5 Gbps Not all speeds available in all areas |
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| Xfinity | Cable | 2 Gbps Not all speeds available in all areas |
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| Verizon 5G Home Internet | 5G | 1 Gbps Not all speeds available in all areas |
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| T-Mobile 5G Home Internet | 5G | 415 Mbps Not all speeds available in all areas |
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| Hughesnet | Satellite | 100 Mbps Not all speeds available in all areas |
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| Starlink | Satellite | 220 Mbps Not all speeds available in all areas |
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| Viasat | Satellite | 150 Mbps Not all speeds available in all areas |
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Palo Alto 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.
Palo Alto's Primary Drinking Water Source: Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
8.2 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
127.875 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.25 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit: 100 ppb
Legal limit: 100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.0825 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
30.9813 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit: 60 ppb
Legal limit: 60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
0.7572 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
31.7384 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Manganese
3.25 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Quinoline
0.022 ppb
Health standard: .01 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Strontium
71.5 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.38 ppb
Health standard: 21 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
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.
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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 $180.00 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Palo Alto on average pay 9.5% 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.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Palo Alto?
AT&T Fiber is the fastest internet service provider in Palo Alto, offering speeds up to 5 Gbps.