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  • Plans starting at $55/month

Top 2 Electric Providers in Evanston

Commonwealth Edison Co
Village of Winnetka - (IL)
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Top 13 Natural Gas Providers in Evanston

Nicor Gas
  • Rates From: $0.58 /THM
  • Fixed Price Rates From: $0.539 /THM
American Power & Gas
  • Variable Price Rates From: $0.355 /THM
Constellation Energy
  • Fixed Price Rates From: $0.5790 /THM
Future Now Energy (FNE)
  • Variable Price Rates From: $ /THM
IDT Energy
  • Fixed Price Rates From: $0.7605 /THM
Illinois Energy
  • Other Product Price Rates From: $ /THM
IGS Energy
  • Fixed Price Rates From: $0.62 /THM
  • Fixed Price Rates From: $0.599 /THM
Nordic Energy Services
  • Variable Price Rates From: $0.549 /THM
Residents Energy
  • Fixed Price Rates From: $0.37 /THM
Santanna Energy Services
  • Fixed Price Rates From: $0.47 /THM
Spark Energy
  • Fixed Price Rates From: $0.569 /THM

Top 7 Internet Providers in Evanston

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
*Not all internet providers and speeds available in all areas.

Water & Sewage Providers in Evanston

EVANSTON
2100 RIDGE AVE EVANSTON, IL 60201
Water Filtration Systems
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Trash and Recycling Providers in Evanston

Advanced Disposal
1711 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201
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Utilities Summary for Evanston, IL

Electric Companies: 2
Natural Gas Companies: 13
Water & Sewage Providers: 1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers: 1
Municipal Electricity: No

Evanston Internet Connectivity

Broadband Availability
99.97%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
19.89%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
8.71%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet
*Based on data from the FCC National Broadband map

Fastest Internet Providers in Evanston

Provider Connection Type Download Speed
AT&T Fiber Fiber 5 Gbps
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Xfinity Cable 2 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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Evanston 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.

Evanston's Primary Drinking Water Source: Surface Water

Drinking Water Contaminant Levels

Lead
6.6 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chromium (total)
0.25 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit: 100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.2088 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
12.4359 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit: 60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
9.8159 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
21.4028 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Manganese
0.421 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Molybdenum
1.125 ppb
Health standard: 40 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Strontium
121.25 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.2571 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 Evanston?

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 Commonwealth Edison Co and Village of Winnetka - (IL) or any of the 2 electric providers available in Evanston.

Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Evanston, 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 Nicor Gas and Ambit Energy or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Evanston.

What is the average utility bill in Evanston?

On average, the residents of Evanston, IL pay around $188.02 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Evanston on average pay 14.4% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.

Does Evanston offer municipal electricity services?

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

Who is the fastest internet provider in Evanston?

AT&T Fiber is the fastest internet service provider in Evanston, offering speeds up to 5 Gbps.