Centerville

Centerville, IA receives a water quality score of 79/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 5 public water systems serving the area.

Centerville'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.

Centerville's score of 79 is 7 points above the Iowa state average of 72, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Centerville operates as a mid-size city in an area of Iowa dominated by intensive row-crop and livestock agriculture, where groundwater is highly susceptible to nitrate runoff. Because of this Midwestern regional context, the municipal supply must constantly contend with agricultural byproducts. Fortunately, the city’s various distribution systems consistently provide water that meets good quality standards, showing solid management despite local environmental vulnerabilities. For prospective homebuyers, this means the water is generally dependable, though staying informed about seasonal agricultural runoff remains a practical precaution.

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