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Official Status: March 2026

Is St Petersburg tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
C

Use extra caution — St Petersburg scores 55/100.

Safety Score
55
out of 100

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St Petersburg

Florida

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Is St Petersburg tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — St Petersburg scores 55/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in St Petersburg. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

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

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 Petersburg?

Requirement Status
Recommended
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💡

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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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to St Petersburg, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. With a score of 55/100, 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 Trichloroethylene (TCE) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Score Breakdown for St Petersburg

EPA Compliance & Violations 60/100
Contaminant Safety Margin 55%

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is St Petersburg tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — St Petersburg scores 55/100.

How many water systems serve St Petersburg?

St Petersburg 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 Petersburg?

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

What is the water quality score for St Petersburg?

The water quality score for St Petersburg 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 St Petersburg?

The top contaminants detected in St Petersburg include Trichloroethylene (TCE), Total Trihalomethanes, Chlorine. View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
55/100
Grade
D
Water Systems
1
Population
349,979

St Petersburg Water Quality Summary

St Petersburg, FL receives a water quality score of 55/100 (Grade D) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

St Petersburg'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.

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

Key Contaminants

Trichloroethylene (TCE) Violation
11.2423 / 5 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 5 μg/L
Total Trihalomethanes
74.2407 / 80 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 80 μg/L
Chlorine
3.6851 / 4 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 4 mg/L
Radium-228
4.4516 / 5 pCi/L
0 pCi/L MCL: 5 pCi/L
Nitrate
6.3066 / 10 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 10 mg/L
Arsenic
2.732 / 10 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 10 μg/L
Copper
0.3453 / 1.3 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 1.3 mg/L
Lead
3.9578 / 15 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 15 μg/L

Water Systems Serving St Petersburg (1)

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