Salina
Is Salina tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Salina scores 93/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Salina. We found 42 total violations (4 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 Salina?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Filter or no filter for Salina water? Here's what the data says.
Baby Formula Safety
What new parents in Salina should know about tap water safety.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Salina, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. The high safety score (93/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
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 Salina
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Salina.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Salina tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Salina scores 93/100.
How many water systems serve Salina?
Salina is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Salina?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Salina.
What is the water quality score for Salina?
The water quality score for Salina is 93 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 Salina?
The top contaminants detected in Salina include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Salina Water Quality Summary
Salina, KS receives a water quality score of 93/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.
Salina'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.
Salina's score of 93 is 15 points above the Kansas state average of 78, 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 Kansas water quality rankings report →
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