Question 1

Where does utility provider data come from?

Accepted Answer

Utility data is compiled from Census Bureau ACS housing data (heating fuel, costs), EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) for water systems, and state utility commission records. Provider names and service areas come from utility filings and municipal records.

Question 2

What is included in monthly housing costs?

Accepted Answer

Census Bureau housing cost data includes mortgage or rent payments, property taxes, insurance, utilities (electric, gas, water, sewer), and condominium fees if applicable. The median housing cost gives a typical monthly total for homeowners or renters in the municipality.

Question 3

How do I find out who provides my water?

Accepted Answer

Your water provider is typically the municipal water department or a regional water commission. Check your water bill for the provider name, or search the EPA's SDWIS database. This page lists all public water systems serving this area along with any violations.

Name▲▼	Type▲▼	Status▲▼	Population Served▼
GSWC - SOUTHWEST	Community	Active	277,740
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY - ORCUTT	Community	Active	34,102
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY - LOS OSOS	Community	Active	5,924
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY - TANGLEWOOD	Community	Active	1,947
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY - EDNA	Community	Active	1,493
Wagon Wheel Mobile Home Park	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	70

Name▲▼	Type▲▼	Status▲▼	Population Served▼
GSWC - SOUTHWEST	Community	Active	277,740
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY - ORCUTT	Community	Active	34,102
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY - LOS OSOS	Community	Active	5,924
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY - TANGLEWOOD	Community	Active	1,947
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY - EDNA	Community	Active	1,493
Wagon Wheel Mobile Home Park	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	70