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Utilities Summary for Fairfax, VA
Electric Companies:
1
Natural Gas Companies:
11
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
7
Municipal Electricity:
No
Fairfax Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
91.3%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
4.54%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
76.24%
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
2.4 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
190.18 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.32 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.0757 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
81.3375 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.34 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 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 Dominion Energy or any of the 1 electric providers available in Fairfax.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Fairfax, 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 Washington Gas and AMBIT ENERGY or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Fairfax.
What is the average utility bill in Fairfax?
On average, the residents of Fairfax, VA pay around $209.51 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Fairfax on average pay 27.4% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Fairfax offer municipal electricity services?
No, Fairfax does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Fairfax area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Fairfax Water.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Fairfax?
Verizon Fios is the fastest internet service provider in Fairfax, offering speeds up to 2.3 Gbps to 86.5% of the city.
Who is the cheapest natural gas supplier in Fairfax?
Indra Energy is the cheapest natural gas provider in Fairfax, offering plans starting at $0.449 /therm.