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Compare Utility Providers in Columbia, IL

Spectrum
  • Plans starting at $30/month
  • Free modem and anti-virus software
  • No data caps
  • Speeds up to 1 Gbps

Top 7 Electric Providers in Columbia

Ameren
  • $0.0809 /kWh
Public Power
  • $0.1179 /kWh
Nordic Energy Services
  • $0.08999 /kWh
Illinois Gas & Electric
  • $0.1209 /kWh

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Natural Gas Providers in Columbia

Top 8 Internet Providers in Columbia

Spectrum
  • 1 Gbps
  • Cable
  • 89.84%
  • $30.00/mo
Verizon 5G Home Internet
  • 1 Gbps
  • 5G
  • 100%
  • $50.00/mo
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet
  • 415 Mbps
  • 5G
  • 100%
  • $50.00/mo
AT&T Air
  • 300 Mbps
  • 5G
  • 100%
  • $47.00/mo
Hughesnet
  • 100 Mbps
  • Satellite
  • 100%
  • $49.99/mo
Starlink
  • 220 Mbps
  • Satellite
  • 100%
  • $80.00/mo
Viasat
  • 150 Mbps
  • Satellite
  • 100%
  • $49.99/mo
Frontier
  • 7 Gbps
  • Fiber
  • Limited Availability
  • $29.99/mo
*Not all internet providers and speeds available in all areas.

Water & Sewage Providers in Columbia

COLUMBIA
208 SOUTH RAPP AVENUE COLUMBIA, IL 62236
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Top 2 Trash and Recycling Providers in Columbia

Republic Services
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Utilities Summary for Columbia, IL

Electric Companies: 7
Natural Gas Companies: 1
Water & Sewage Providers: 1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers: 2
Municipal Electricity: No

Columbia Internet Connectivity

Broadband Availability
98.03%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
16.23%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
16.23%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet
*Based on data from the FCC National Broadband map

Fastest Internet Providers in Columbia

Provider Connection Type Download Speed
Spectrum Cable 1 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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AT&T Air 5G 300 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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Frontier Fiber 7 Gbps
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Columbia 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.

Columbia's Primary Drinking Water Source: Surface Water

Drinking Water Contaminant Levels

Lead
1.9 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
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 Columbia?

Yes, the state of Illinois has deregulated electric utilities. Deregulation allows for multiple electric providers within each city and lets customers choose or switch to a provider or plan best fits their needs. Assuming your area has started allowing retail electric competition, you can choose between Ameren and SmartEnergy or any of the 7 electric providers available in Columbia.

Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Columbia, IL?

Yes, the state of Illinois 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 Ameren or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Columbia.

Does Columbia offer municipal electricity services?

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

Who is the fastest internet provider in Columbia?

Spectrum is the fastest internet service provider in Columbia, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps.