Peoria
Is Peoria tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Peoria scores 62/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 3 local systems in Peoria. We found 107 total violations (15 unresolved).
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Peoria?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Wondering if Peoria tap water needs filtering? We break it down.
Baby Formula Safety
Mixing baby formula with Peoria tap water? Read this first.
Homebuyer's Perspective
If you're house-hunting in Peoria, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 62/100, 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 Peoria
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Peoria.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Peoria tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Peoria scores 62/100.
How many water systems serve Peoria?
Peoria is served by 3 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Peoria?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Peoria.
What is the water quality score for Peoria?
The water quality score for Peoria is 62 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 3 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Peoria?
The top contaminants detected in Peoria include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Peoria Water Quality Summary
Peoria, IL receives a water quality score of 62/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 3 public water systems serving the area.
Peoria'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.
Peoria's score of 62 is 4 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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