Jacksonville Beach
Is Jacksonville Beach tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Jacksonville Beach scores 60/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Jacksonville Beach. We found 61 total violations (47 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Jacksonville Beach?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Filter or no filter for Jacksonville Beach water? Here's what the data says.
Baby Formula Safety
What new parents in Jacksonville Beach should know about tap water safety.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Jacksonville Beach, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. With a score of 60/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
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.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Jacksonville Beach
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Jacksonville Beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jacksonville Beach tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Jacksonville Beach scores 60/100.
How many water systems serve Jacksonville Beach?
Jacksonville Beach is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Jacksonville Beach?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Jacksonville Beach.
What is the water quality score for Jacksonville Beach?
The water quality score for Jacksonville Beach is 60 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 Jacksonville Beach?
The top contaminants detected in Jacksonville Beach include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Jacksonville Beach Water Quality Summary
Jacksonville Beach, FL receives a water quality score of 60/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Jacksonville Beach'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 Beach's score of 60 is 4 points below the Florida state average of 64, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
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 →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Jacksonville Beach (1)
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