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Official Status: March 2026

Is Miami tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
C

Use extra caution — Miami scores 62/100.

Safety Score
62
out of 100

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Miami

Florida

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Is Miami tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Miami scores 62/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Miami. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 02:45 PM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 Miami?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

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

Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Miami, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. With a score of 62/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Selenium levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Score Breakdown for Miami

EPA Compliance & Violations 60/100
Contaminant Safety Margin 62%

*Scores are calculated using weighted EPA monitoring data from the past 5 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Miami tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Miami scores 62/100.

How many water systems serve Miami?

Miami is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Miami?

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

What are the top contaminants in Miami?

The top contaminants detected in Miami include Selenium, Gross Alpha Particle Activity, Radium-226. View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
62/100
Grade
C
Water Systems
5
Population
2.5M

Miami Water Quality Summary

Miami, FL receives a water quality score of 62/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 5 public water systems serving the area.

Miami'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.

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

Key Contaminants

Selenium Violation
121.8034 / 50 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 50 μg/L
Gross Alpha Particle Activity Violation
19.7536 / 15 pCi/L
0 pCi/L MCL: 15 pCi/L
Radium-226
4.7095 / 5 pCi/L
0 pCi/L MCL: 5 pCi/L
Nitrite
0.8819 / 1 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 1 mg/L
Turbidity
0.6288 / 1 NTU
0 NTU MCL: 1 NTU
Arsenic
6.0864 / 10 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 10 μg/L
Barium
1.17 / 2 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 2 mg/L
Chromium (Total)
52.398 / 100 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 100 μg/L

Water Systems Serving Miami (2)

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