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Utilities Summary for Athens, OH
Electric Companies:
37
Natural Gas Companies:
1
Water & Sewage Providers:
2
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
2
Municipal Electricity:
No
Athens Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
84.57%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
32.39%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
34.05%
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.
Athens's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Ground Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
2.4 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chromium (total)
0.225 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
6.7288 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
12.6238 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
16.4613 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Lithium
11.9 ppb
Health standard: 9 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Molybdenum
2.15 ppb
Health standard: 40 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
165 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 Ohio 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 XOOM Energy or any of the 37 electric providers available in Athens.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Athens, OH?
Yes, the state of Ohio 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 Columbia Gas or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Athens.
What is the average utility bill in Athens?
On average, the residents of Athens, OH pay around $263.34 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Athens on average pay 60.2% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Athens offer municipal electricity services?
No, Athens does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Athens area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Athens Pws.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Athens?
Spectrum is the fastest internet service provider in Athens, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps to 79.85% of the city.
Who is the cheapest electricity supplier in Athens?
SFE Energy is the cheapest electric provider in Athens, offering plans starting at $0.0549 /kWh.