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Utilities Summary for Newton, MA
Electric Companies:
19
Natural Gas Companies:
3
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
5
Municipal Electricity:
No
Newton Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
99.96%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
89.15%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
91.45%
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.
Newton's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
28.1 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
100.6875 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.405 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
12.6333 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
1.5195 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
14.0775 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Manganese
8.5525 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
36.325 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
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.
Yes, the state of Massachusetts 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 CleanSky Energy and Clearview Energy or any of the 19 electric providers available in Newton.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Newton, MA?
Yes, the state of Massachusetts 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 Direct Energy and AMBIT ENERGY or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Newton.
What is the average utility bill in Newton?
On average, the residents of Newton, MA pay around $118.73 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Newton on average pay 27.8% less than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Newton offer municipal electricity services?
No, Newton does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Newton area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Newton Water Dept. (mwra).
Who is the fastest internet provider in Newton?
Astound Broadband is the fastest internet service provider in Newton, offering speeds up to 5 Gbps to 99.44% of the city.
Who is the cheapest electricity supplier in Newton?
CleanSky Energy is the cheapest electric provider in Newton, offering plans starting at $0.1182 /kWh.