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Utilities Summary for Jersey City, NJ
Electric Companies:
33
Natural Gas Companies:
23
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
3
Municipal Electricity:
No
Jersey City Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
99.1%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
25.34%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
82.22%
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.
Jersey City's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
10.5 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
108.25 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.2683 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.0623 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
29.4135 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
9.2727 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
38.3671 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Manganese
1.3145 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Perfluorohexanoic Acid (PFHxA)
0.0033 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Perfluorohexane Sulfonate (PFHXS)
0.0049 ppb
Health standard: 0.01 ppb
Legal limit:
0.01 ppb
Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)
0.0073 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit:
0.004 ppb
Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (PFOS)
0.0065 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit:
0.004 ppb
Perfluoropentanoic Acid
0.0038 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
96.5 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.21 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.
Yes, the state of New Jersey 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 APG&E and Atlantic Energy or any of the 33 electric providers available in Jersey City.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Jersey City, NJ?
Yes, the state of New Jersey 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 Frontier Utilities and Clearview Energy or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Jersey City.
What is the average utility bill in Jersey City?
On average, the residents of Jersey City, NJ pay around $118.73 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Jersey City on average pay 27.8% less than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Jersey City offer municipal electricity services?
No, Jersey City does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Jersey City area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Jersey City Mua.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Jersey City?
Verizon Fios is the fastest internet service provider in Jersey City, offering speeds up to 2.3 Gbps to 91.69% of the city.
Who is the cheapest electricity supplier in Jersey City?
Major Energy is the cheapest electric provider in Jersey City, offering plans starting at $0.1039 /kWh.
Who is the cheapest natural gas supplier in Jersey City?
Palmco Energy is the cheapest natural gas provider in Jersey City, offering plans starting at $0.259 /therm.