- Plans starting at $30/month
- Free modem and anti-virus software
- No data caps
- Speeds up to 1 Gbps
Top 12 Electric Providers in Portland
Central Maine Power
- $0.10613 /kWh
Maine Green Power
Clearview Energy
- $0.1619 /kWh
Town Square Energy
- $0.1697 /kWh
North American Power
- $0.1229 /kWh
Electricity Maine
- $0.1399 /kWh
- Renewable Energy Option
Think Energy
- $0.105 /kWh
- Renewable Energy Option
Major Energy
- $0.1249 /kWh
C.N. Brown Electricity
- $0.1051 /kWh
- Renewable Energy Option
MySolarCost
EnergySage Solar
Natural Gas Providers in Portland
Unitil
Top 5 Internet Providers in Portland
Spectrum
- 1 Gbps
- Cable
- 88.47%
- $30.00/mo
Verizon 5G Home Internet
- 1 Gbps
- 5G
- 99.57%
- $50.00/mo
Hughesnet
- 100 Mbps
- Satellite
- 100%
- $49.99/mo
Starlink
- 220 Mbps
- Satellite
- 100%
- $80.00/mo
Viasat
- 150 Mbps
- Satellite
- 99.98%
- $49.99/mo
Water & Sewage Providers in Portland
PORTLAND WATER DISTRICT-GREATER
PO BOX 3553 PORTLAND, ME 4102
Water Filtration Systems
Enhance your water quality and protect your family's health with a water filtration system.
Top 5 Trash and Recycling Providers in Portland
1-800-GOT-JUNK
Waste Management
Clean Harbors
535 Warren Ave, Portland, ME 04103
Earth Wise Junk Removal and Recycling
1955 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102
ecomaine
64 Blueberry Rd, Portland, ME 04102
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Utilities Summary for Portland, ME
| Electric Companies: | 12 |
| Natural Gas Companies: | 1 |
| Water & Sewage Providers: | 1 |
| Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers: | 5 |
| Municipal Electricity: | No |
Portland Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
91.09%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
57.6%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
58.96%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet
Fastest Internet Providers in Portland
| Provider | Connection Type | Download Speed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | Cable | 1 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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| 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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Portland 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.
Portland's Primary Drinking Water Source: Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
17.7 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
90.375 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.29 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit: 100 ppb
Legal limit: 100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.0565 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
8.1775 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit: 60 ppb
Legal limit: 60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
0.0706 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
8.2481 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Manganese
7.6125 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Strontium
21.5 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
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 Portland?
Yes, the state of Maine 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 Central Maine Power and Maine Green Power or any of the 12 electric providers available in Portland.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Portland, ME?
No, Maine has not deregulated its natural gas utilities. The primary gas company in Portland is Unitil.
What is the average utility bill in Portland?
On average, the residents of Portland, ME pay around $203.15 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Portland on average pay 23.6% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Portland offer municipal electricity services?
No, Portland does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Portland area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Portland Water District-greater.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Portland?
Spectrum is the fastest internet service provider in Portland, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps to 88.47% of the city.