Cape Coral

Cape Coral, FL receives a water quality score of 63/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Cape Coral's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.

Cape Coral's score of 63 is 1 point below the Florida state average of 64, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For residents and homebuyers in Cape Coral, understanding tap water quality requires looking at the unique environmental pressures facing this mid-size Florida city. Because the community relies on a single water system drawing from the Southeast coastal region's limestone aquifer geology, the groundwater is naturally vulnerable to geological runoff and surface influences. These environmental challenges are further compounded by a dense, growing population, resulting in utility performance that places the local supply in a mediocre, middle-of-the-road category. Consequently, households here may want to stay informed about local utility updates, as both regional development and the natural aquifer structure directly influence the daily character of their tap water.

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