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Official Status: March 2026

Is St. Cloud tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
F

Use extra caution — St. Cloud scores 0/100.

Safety Score
0
out of 100

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St. Cloud

Florida

View Florida state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is St. Cloud tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — St. Cloud scores 0/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in St. Cloud. We found 159 total violations (75 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 06:00 PM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 St. Cloud?

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 St. Cloud? See our analysis.

Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to St. Cloud, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. With a score of 0/100, 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 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 St. Cloud

159
Violations (5yr)
75
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving St. Cloud.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Cloud tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — St. Cloud scores 0/100.

How many water systems serve St. Cloud?

St. Cloud is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in St. Cloud?

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

What is the water quality score for St. Cloud?

The water quality score for St. Cloud is 0 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 St. Cloud?

The top contaminants detected in St. Cloud include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
0/100
Grade
F
Water Systems
1
Population
82,752

St. Cloud Water Quality Summary

St. Cloud, FL receives a water quality score of 0/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

St. Cloud's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.

St. Cloud's score of 0 is 64 points below the Florida state average of 64, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

As a rapidly expanding mid-size city in Florida's Southeast coastal region, St. Cloud relies on a single water system that is currently facing severe quality challenges, earning the lowest possible marks. The local limestone aquifer geology must support a densely growing population, creating unique environmental pressures on the community's primary source. For families moving to the area or current residents, these critical utility issues underscore the importance of staying informed about local tap water conditions and implementing household precautions.

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)
0.0021 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving St. Cloud (1)

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