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Official Status: March 2026

Is Urbandale tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Urbandale scores 90/100.

Safety Score
90
out of 100

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Urbandale

Iowa

View Iowa state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Urbandale tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Urbandale scores 90/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Urbandale. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 04:45 PM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 Urbandale?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

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

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if Urbandale tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Urbandale tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Urbandale, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (90/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Urbandale a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Urbandale

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Urbandale tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Urbandale scores 90/100.

How many water systems serve Urbandale?

Urbandale is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Urbandale?

The water quality score for Urbandale is 90 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Urbandale?

Current contaminant data for Urbandale is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
90/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
45,605

Urbandale Water Quality Summary

Urbandale, IA receives a water quality score of 90/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Urbandale'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.

Urbandale's score of 90 is 17 points above the Iowa state average of 73, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

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 →

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Water Systems Serving Urbandale (0)

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