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Utilities Summary for Somerville, MA
Electric Companies:
19
Natural Gas Companies:
6
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
5
Municipal Electricity:
No
Somerville Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
99.97%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
44.28%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
9.47%
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.
Somerville's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
21.9 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
119.8375 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.2833 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.038 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
12.7078 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
1.597 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
14.3048 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Manganese
6.135 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
37.8125 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 Somerville.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Somerville, 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 Somerville.
What is the average utility bill in Somerville?
On average, the residents of Somerville, MA pay around $188.75 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Somerville on average pay 14.8% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Somerville offer municipal electricity services?
No, Somerville does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Somerville area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Somerville Water Dept. (mwra).
Who is the fastest internet provider in Somerville?
Astound Broadband is the fastest internet service provider in Somerville, offering speeds up to 5 Gbps to 98.47% of the city.
Who is the cheapest electricity supplier in Somerville?
CleanSky Energy is the cheapest electric provider in Somerville, offering plans starting at $0.1182 /kWh.
Who is the cheapest natural gas supplier in Somerville?
Direct Energy is the cheapest natural gas provider in Somerville, offering plans starting at $0.1229 /therm.