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Utilities Summary for Lincoln, NE
Electric Companies:
2
Natural Gas Companies:
1
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
22
Municipal Electricity:
Yes
Lincoln Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
99.94%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
99.85%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
99.85%
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.
Lincoln's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
4 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
55 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.06 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
18.4367 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
15.72 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
31.645 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Lithium
20.9333 ppb
Health standard: 9 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Manganese
3.9 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Molybdenum
3.6 ppb
Health standard: 40 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
391.25 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
6.3125 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 Nebraska has not deregulated electric utilities. The primary electric company providing power to Lincoln is Lincoln Electric System.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Lincoln, NE?
Yes, the state of Nebraska 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 Black Hills Energy or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Lincoln.
What is the average utility bill in Lincoln?
On average, the residents of Lincoln, NE pay around $111.17 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Lincoln on average pay 32.4% less than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Lincoln offer municipal electricity services?
Yes, Lincoln Electric System is a municipal electric provider and supplies most residents of Lincoln with electricity. Most cities also offer essential municipal services like water, sewage treatment and wastewater disposal.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Lincoln?
Verizon Fios is the fastest internet service provider in Lincoln, offering speeds up to 2.3 Gbps.