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Official Status: March 2026

Is Evansville tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Evansville scores 99/100.

Safety Score
99
out of 100

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Evansville

Indiana

View Indiana state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Evansville tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Evansville scores 99/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Evansville. We found 77 total violations (18 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

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

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

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

Buying a Filter?

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Evansville, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (99/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

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.

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Compliance Record for Evansville

77
Violations (5yr)
18
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evansville tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Evansville scores 99/100.

How many water systems serve Evansville?

Evansville is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Evansville?

The water quality score for Evansville is 99 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Evansville?

The top contaminants detected in Evansville include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
99/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
2
Population
195,334

Evansville Water Quality Summary

Evansville, IN receives a water quality score of 99/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Evansville'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.

Evansville's score of 99 is 16 points above the Indiana state average of 83, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For households and homebuyers in Evansville, Indiana, the municipality's tap water quality is outstanding, offering reassurance within a Midwestern region often characterized by agricultural and industrial Rust Belt activity. Tap water is distributed through a pair of local systems that consistently achieve top-tier safety marks, showing that the local supply is highly reliable and clean. This excellent performance highlights the city's ability to maintain pristine drinking water standards, making it an appealing choice for those prioritizing environmental health in a mid-size city.

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

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0012 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Evansville (2)

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