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Official Status: March 2026

Is Duluth tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Duluth scores 97/100.

Safety Score
97
out of 100

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Duluth

Minnesota

View Minnesota state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Duluth tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Duluth scores 97/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Duluth. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 02:30 PM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Duluth.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

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

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

Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Duluth, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. The high safety score (97/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Duluth a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Duluth

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duluth tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Duluth scores 97/100.

How many water systems serve Duluth?

Duluth is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Duluth?

The water quality score for Duluth is 97 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Duluth?

Current contaminant data for Duluth is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
97/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
2
Population
87,944

Duluth Water Quality Summary

Duluth, MN receives a water quality score of 97/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Duluth'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.

Duluth's score of 97 is 7 points above the Minnesota state average of 90, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Homebuyers and residents in Duluth, Minnesota can feel confident in the safety of their tap water, which benefits from the natural freshwater lakes and agricultural plains of the Upper Midwest. This mid-size city distributes its supply through a pair of local water systems that consistently achieve near-perfect evaluation marks. Such outstanding performance indicates that local treatment facilities are highly successful at keeping tap water clean, reliable, and well-managed for daily household needs.

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

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Water Systems Serving Duluth (0)

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