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Official Status: March 2026

Is St. Paul tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — St. Paul scores 94/100.

Safety Score
94
out of 100

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St. Paul

Minnesota

View Minnesota state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is St. Paul tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — St. Paul scores 94/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in St. Paul. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 03:30 PM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 St. Paul?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

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

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Baby Formula Safety

What new parents in St. Paul should know about tap water safety.

Homebuyer's Perspective

Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to St. Paul, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. The high safety score (94/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Benzene levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for St. Paul

0
Violations (5yr)
0
Unresolved
8
Contaminants Tracked
2
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Paul tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — St. Paul scores 94/100.

How many water systems serve St. Paul?

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

How can I check water quality for my exact address in St. Paul?

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

What is the water quality score for St. Paul?

The water quality score for St. Paul is 94 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in St. Paul?

The top contaminants detected in St. Paul include Benzene, Perchlorate, Total Trihalomethanes. View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
94/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
2
Population
402,729

St. Paul Water Quality Summary

St. Paul, MN receives a water quality score of 94/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

St. Paul'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.

St. Paul's score of 94 is 4 points above the Minnesota state average of 90, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For residents of St. Paul, this large city's water systems consistently deliver clean tap water that meets exemplary standards of quality. Nestled within the Upper Midwest's landscape of agricultural plains and freshwater lakes, the local water systems successfully manage and protect the municipal supply. Prospective homebuyers looking at this Minnesota community can feel confident that their household water is safe, reliable, and highly rated.

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 →

Key Contaminants

Benzene Violation
6.2195 / 5 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 5 μg/L
Perchlorate Violation
61.6107 / 56 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 56 μg/L
Total Trihalomethanes
67.0506 / 80 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 80 μg/L
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
37.6928 / 60 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 60 μg/L
Tetrachloroethylene (PCE)
2.9666 / 5 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 5 μg/L
Nitrite
0.4638 / 1 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 1 mg/L
Manganese
14.6258 / 50 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 50 μg/L
Chloramine
1.0694 / 4 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 4 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving St. Paul (2)

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