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Official Status: March 2026

Is Greenville tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
B

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 70/100.

Safety Score
70
out of 100

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Greenville

Mississippi

View Mississippi state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Greenville tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 70/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Greenville. We found 1345 total violations (25 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

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

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 Greenville?

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?

Evaluation of municipal compliance and household filtration options in Greenville.

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Baby Formula Safety

EPA compliance thresholds and pediatric water precautions for Greenville.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Water system history in Greenville informs property maintenance and private filtration requirements. With a score of 70/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

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 Greenville

1345
Violations (5yr)
25
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenville tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 70/100.

How many water systems serve Greenville?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Greenville?

The water quality score for Greenville is 70 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 Greenville?

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

Water Quality Score
70/100
Grade
C
Water Systems
1
Population
29,602

Greenville Water Quality Summary

Greenville, MS receives a water quality score of 70/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Greenville's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.

Greenville's score of 70 is 5 points below the Mississippi state average of 75, and below 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 Mississippi water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0011 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Greenville (1)

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