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Official Status: March 2026

Is Inglewood tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — Inglewood scores 88/100.

Safety Score
88
out of 100

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Inglewood

California

View California state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Inglewood tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Inglewood scores 88/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Inglewood. We found 16 total violations (6 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Inglewood.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Inglewood?

Requirement Status
Optional
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💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Inglewood, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (88/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Inglewood

16
Violations (5yr)
6
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Inglewood.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Inglewood tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Inglewood scores 88/100.

How many water systems serve Inglewood?

Inglewood is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Inglewood?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Inglewood.

What is the water quality score for Inglewood?

The water quality score for Inglewood is 88 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Inglewood?

The top contaminants detected in Inglewood include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
88/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
1
Population
80,824

Inglewood Water Quality Summary

Inglewood, CA receives a water quality score of 88/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Inglewood's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Inglewood's score of 88 is 1 point below the California state average of 89, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Residents and prospective homebuyers in the mid-size city of Inglewood, California, receive their municipal supply from a single, centralized water system. This local infrastructure operates within a West Coast regional landscape shaped by massive urban centers, agricultural zones, and varied geology. The resulting quality achieves a very solid, above-average standing, indicating a generally reliable and clean flow for the community with only minor areas for potential improvement.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our California water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0015 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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