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Official Status: March 2026

Is The Villages tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — The Villages scores 92/100.

Safety Score
92
out of 100

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The Villages

Florida

View Florida state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is The Villages tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — The Villages scores 92/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 8 local systems in The Villages. We found 106 total violations (52 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

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

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 The Villages?

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 The Villages? See our analysis.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to The Villages, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (92/100) 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 The Villages

106
Violations (5yr)
52
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Villages tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — The Villages scores 92/100.

How many water systems serve The Villages?

The Villages is served by 8 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for The Villages?

The water quality score for The Villages is 92 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 8 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in The Villages?

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

Water Quality Score
92/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
8
Population
148,642

The Villages Water Quality Summary

The Villages, FL receives a water quality score of 92/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 8 public water systems serving the area.

The Villages'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.

The Villages's score of 92 is 28 points above the Florida state average of 64, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For residents of this mid-size Florida city, the local water supply consistently achieves excellent quality ratings across its eight distinct distribution systems. Drawing from the Southeast coastal region's characteristic limestone aquifer geology, the water infrastructure successfully manages the environmental demands of a dense, growing population. Prospective homebuyers in The Villages can take confidence in these top-tier performance marks, which indicate that the supply remains clean and reliable despite the area's ongoing expansion.

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)
0.0068 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving The Villages (8)

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