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Official Status: March 2026

Is Honolulu tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — Honolulu scores 88/100.

Safety Score
88
out of 100

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Honolulu

Hawaii

View Hawaii state report Verified: Apr 2026

Is Honolulu tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Honolulu scores 88/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Honolulu. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Honolulu?

Requirement Status
Optional
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💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Honolulu, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (88/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Tetrachloroethylene (PCE) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Score Breakdown for Honolulu

EPA Compliance & Violations 85/100
Contaminant Safety Margin 88%

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Honolulu tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Honolulu scores 88/100.

How many water systems serve Honolulu?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Honolulu?

The water quality score for Honolulu 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 Honolulu?

The top contaminants detected in Honolulu include Tetrachloroethylene (PCE), Chloramine, Gross Alpha Particle Activity. View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
88/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
14
Population
970,017

Honolulu Water Quality Summary

Honolulu, HI receives a water quality score of 88/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 14 public water systems serving the area.

Honolulu'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.

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

Key Contaminants

Tetrachloroethylene (PCE) Violation
9.6486 / 5 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 5 μg/L
Chloramine
3.6082 / 4 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 4 mg/L
Gross Alpha Particle Activity
8.4711 / 15 pCi/L
0 pCi/L MCL: 15 pCi/L
Arsenic
1.2522 / 10 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 10 μg/L
Mercury
0.1886 / 2 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 2 μg/L

Water Systems Serving Honolulu (1)

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