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Official Status: March 2026

Is Pittsburg tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Pittsburg scores 98/100.

Safety Score
98
out of 100

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Pittsburg

California

View California state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Pittsburg tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Pittsburg scores 98/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Pittsburg. We found 5 total violations (1 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 11:45 AM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 Pittsburg?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

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

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Should you buy a water purifier in Pittsburg? See our analysis.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Pittsburg, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (98/100) 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 Pittsburg

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pittsburg tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Pittsburg scores 98/100.

How many water systems serve Pittsburg?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Pittsburg?

The water quality score for Pittsburg is 98 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 Pittsburg?

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

Water Quality Score
98/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
62,500

Pittsburg Water Quality Summary

Pittsburg, CA receives a water quality score of 98/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Pittsburg'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.

Pittsburg's score of 98 is 9 points above the California state average of 89, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Homebuyers considering Pittsburg will find that this mid-size California city maintains an exceptionally high standard of water quality. The community's entire supply is managed under a single centralized infrastructure network, making oversight straightforward and consistent. This unified approach successfully mitigates the environmental challenges of the West Coast region, which features varied geology, large urban centers, and agricultural runoff from the Central Valley. Consequently, residents can feel confident in the safety and management of their daily tap water.

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)
0.0011 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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