Marion
Is Marion tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Marion scores 50/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 6 local systems in Marion. We found 442 total violations (280 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Marion?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Evaluation of municipal compliance and household filtration options in Marion.
Baby Formula Safety
EPA compliance thresholds and pediatric water precautions for Marion.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water system history in Marion informs property maintenance and private filtration requirements. With a score of 50/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
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.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Marion
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Marion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Marion tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Marion scores 50/100.
How many water systems serve Marion?
Marion is served by 6 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Marion?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Marion.
What is the water quality score for Marion?
The water quality score for Marion is 50 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 6 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Marion?
The top contaminants detected in Marion include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Marion Water Quality Summary
Marion, IL receives a water quality score of 50/100 (Grade D) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 6 public water systems serving the area.
Marion's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.
Marion's score of 50 is 16 points below the Illinois state average of 66, and below 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 Illinois water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Marion (6)
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