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Official Status: March 2026

Is Oxnard tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Oxnard scores 91/100.

Safety Score
91
out of 100

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Oxnard

California

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Is Oxnard tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Oxnard scores 91/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Oxnard. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

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

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 Oxnard, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (91/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Oxnard a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Oxnard

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oxnard tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Oxnard scores 91/100.

How many water systems serve Oxnard?

Oxnard is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Oxnard?

The water quality score for Oxnard is 91 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Oxnard?

Current contaminant data for Oxnard is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
91/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
6
Population
211,747

Oxnard Water Quality Summary

Oxnard, CA receives a water quality score of 91/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 6 public water systems serving the area.

Oxnard'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.

Oxnard's score of 91 is 1 point above the California state average of 90, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For residents and prospective homebuyers in Oxnard, California, the tap water delivers excellent overall performance across the mid-size city's multiple local water systems. This high level of quality is particularly reassuring given the complex West Coast regional environment, which is shaped by nearby large urban centers, Central Valley agriculture, and a varied geological landscape. While these regional factors can influence source water characteristics, the city's systems keep tap water safely within top-tier standards. Consequently, moving to this community means enjoying clean water, though the exact source and mineral composition may differ depending on which of the active distribution systems services your specific property.

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 →

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