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Utilities Summary for East Chicago, IN
Electric Companies:
1
Natural Gas Companies:
12
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
2
Municipal Electricity:
No
East Chicago Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
99.19%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
37.39%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
37.38%
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.
East Chicago's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
8.4 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
1,4-dioxane
0.2 ppb
Health standard: 0.35 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chlorate
154.625 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.2375 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.1775 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
12.5199 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
8.8993 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
20.3124 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Manganese
1.2393 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Molybdenum
1.35 ppb
Health standard: 40 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
118.75 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.3 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 Indiana has not deregulated electric utilities. The primary electric company providing power to East Chicago is NIPSCO.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in East Chicago, IN?
Yes, the state of Indiana 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 Constellation Energy and Direct Energy or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in East Chicago.
What is the average utility bill in East Chicago?
On average, the residents of East Chicago, IN pay around $293.00 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in East Chicago on average pay 78.2% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does East Chicago offer municipal electricity services?
No, East Chicago does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the East Chicago area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by East Chicago Water Works.
Who is the fastest internet provider in East Chicago?
AT&T Fiber is the fastest internet service provider in East Chicago, offering speeds up to 5 Gbps to 90.38% of the city.
Who is the cheapest natural gas supplier in East Chicago?
Residents Energy is the cheapest natural gas provider in East Chicago, offering plans starting at $.6913 /therm.