Jacksonville

Jacksonville, FL receives a water quality score of 71/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 9 public water systems serving the area.

Jacksonville'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.

Jacksonville's score of 71 is 7 points above the Florida state average of 64, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Jacksonville's status as a large city means its tap water is distributed through multiple separate systems, which draw from the region's characteristic limestone aquifer geology. As this Southeast coastal community's dense population continues to grow, these underground resources face increasing demand, resulting in an average quality grade that indicates clear room for improvement. For prospective homebuyers or current residents, this middling baseline suggests that while the municipal supply is functional, individual households may experience varying mineral levels or aesthetic qualities depending on which local grid serves their property.

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 →