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Utilities Summary for Perth Amboy, NJ
Electric Companies:
32
Natural Gas Companies:
9
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
2
Municipal Electricity:
No
Perth Amboy Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
99.96%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
89.89%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
85.12%
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.
Perth Amboy's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
5.5 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
1,4-dioxane
0.295 ppb
Health standard: 0.35 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chlorate
181.25 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.235 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.1563 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Cobalt
1.625 ppb
Health standard: 70 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27.8863 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
14.2527 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
39.7621 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Hexafluoropropylene Oxide Dimer Acid
0.0131 ppb
Health standard: 0.01 ppb
Legal limit:
0.01 ppb
Manganese
1.2397 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Perfluorobutanoic Acid (PFBA)
0.005 ppb
Health standard: 7 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Perfluoroheptanoic Acid
0.0034 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Perfluorohexanoic Acid (PFHxA)
0.0041 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)
0.0147 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit:
0.004 ppb
Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (PFOS)
0.0046 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit:
0.004 ppb
Perfluoropentanoic Acid
0.0048 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
56.5 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 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 32 electric providers available in Perth Amboy.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Perth Amboy, 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 Direct Energy and Constellation Energy or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Perth Amboy.
What is the average utility bill in Perth Amboy?
On average, the residents of Perth Amboy, NJ pay around $214.50 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Perth Amboy on average pay 30.5% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Perth Amboy offer municipal electricity services?
No, Perth Amboy does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Perth Amboy area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Perth Amboy Water Department.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Perth Amboy?
Verizon Fios is the fastest internet service provider in Perth Amboy, offering speeds up to 2.3 Gbps to 94.99% of the city.