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Official Status: March 2026

Is Palm Beach Gardens tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — Palm Beach Gardens scores 87/100.

Safety Score
87
out of 100

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Palm Beach Gardens

Florida

View Florida state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Palm Beach Gardens tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Palm Beach Gardens scores 87/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 3 local systems in Palm Beach Gardens. We found 87 total violations (55 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Palm Beach Gardens.

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 Palm Beach Gardens?

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 Palm Beach Gardens? See our analysis.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Palm Beach Gardens, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (87/100) 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 Palm Beach Gardens

87
Violations (5yr)
55
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Palm Beach Gardens tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Palm Beach Gardens scores 87/100.

How many water systems serve Palm Beach Gardens?

Palm Beach Gardens is served by 3 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Palm Beach Gardens?

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

What is the water quality score for Palm Beach Gardens?

The water quality score for Palm Beach Gardens is 87 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 3 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Palm Beach Gardens?

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

Water Quality Score
87/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
3
Population
112,954

Palm Beach Gardens Water Quality Summary

Palm Beach Gardens, FL receives a water quality score of 87/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 3 public water systems serving the area.

Palm Beach Gardens'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.

Palm Beach Gardens's score of 87 is 23 points above the Florida state average of 64, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For residents and homebuyers in Palm Beach Gardens, the local drinking water is supported by a handful of distinct public water systems drawing from the region's characteristic limestone aquifer geology. This mid-size Florida city maintains a solid, above-average standing for water quality, suggesting that local treatment facilities effectively manage the typical filtration demands of the Southeast coastal environment. However, because Palm Beach Gardens is situated in a densely growing coastal population center, ongoing infrastructure demand means newcomers and long-term residents alike should stay informed about how local systems adapt to regional environmental pressures.

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

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0016 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Palm Beach Gardens (3)

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