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Utilities Summary for Wakefield, MA
Electric Companies:
23
Natural Gas Companies:
4
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
2
Municipal Electricity:
Yes
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Wakefield Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
99.95%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
99.53%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
90.73%
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.
Wakefield's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
10 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
208.125 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.2843 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.032 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
16.9736 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
6.2868 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
22.7487 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Manganese
7.4947 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
104.2125 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.28 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.
Utilities in Nearby Cities
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I choose my electric company in Wakefield?
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 23 electric providers available in Wakefield.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield.
What is the average utility bill in Wakefield?
On average, the residents of Wakefield, MA pay around $198.17 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Wakefield on average pay 20.5% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Wakefield offer municipal electricity services?
Yes, Wakefield Municipal Gas & Light Department is a municipal electric provider and supplies most residents of Wakefield with electricity. Most cities also offer essential municipal services like water, sewage treatment and wastewater disposal.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Wakefield?
Astound Broadband is the fastest internet service provider in Wakefield, offering speeds up to 5 Gbps to 99.61% of the city.
Who is the cheapest electricity supplier in Wakefield?
CleanSky Energy is the cheapest electric provider in Wakefield, offering plans starting at $0.1175 /kWh.
Who is the cheapest natural gas supplier in Wakefield?
Direct Energy is the cheapest natural gas provider in Wakefield, offering plans starting at $0.1039 /therm.