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Official Status: March 2026

Is Greenfield tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — Greenfield scores 80/100.

Safety Score
80
out of 100

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Greenfield

Massachusetts

View Massachusetts state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Greenfield tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Greenfield scores 80/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Greenfield. We found 98 total violations (92 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

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

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

Buying a Filter?

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Greenfield, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (80/100) 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 Greenfield

98
Violations (5yr)
92
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenfield tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Greenfield scores 80/100.

How many water systems serve Greenfield?

Greenfield is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Greenfield?

The water quality score for Greenfield is 80 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Greenfield?

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

Water Quality Score
80/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
1
Population
17,768

Greenfield Water Quality Summary

Greenfield, MA receives a water quality score of 80/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Greenfield'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.

Greenfield's score of 80 is 6 points above the Massachusetts state average of 74, 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 Massachusetts water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0062 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Greenfield (1)

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