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Utilities Summary for Amherst, VA
Electric Companies:
1
Natural Gas Companies:
6
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
2
Municipal Electricity:
No
Amherst Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
95.34%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
0%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
0%
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.
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
12.5 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
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 Virginia 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 Appalachian Power or any of the 1 electric providers available in Amherst.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Amherst, VA?
Yes, the state of Virginia 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 and Nordic Energy Services or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Amherst.
What is the average utility bill in Amherst?
On average, the residents of Amherst, VA pay around $209.51 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Amherst on average pay 27.4% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Amherst offer municipal electricity services?
No, Amherst does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Amherst area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Amherst, Town Of.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Amherst?
Xfinity is the fastest internet service provider in Amherst, offering speeds up to 2 Gbps to 96.94% of the city.