Atlanta

Atlanta, GA receives a water quality score of 78/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 3 public water systems serving the area.

Atlanta'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.

Atlanta's score of 78 is 6 points below the Georgia state average of 84, and in line with the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For residents of Atlanta, the tap water supply is managed across a few distinct distribution systems that navigate the unique environmental pressures of the Southeast's Piedmont and coastal plain regions, where agricultural runoff and growing urban centers intersect. While local water quality is generally reliable and performs reasonably well, these regional dynamics mean there is still room for optimization in the municipal infrastructure. Prospective homebuyers and current households in this large city will find that tap characteristics can vary depending on which network services their property, highlighting the value of checking local water quality reports.

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