Laurel
Is Laurel tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Laurel scores 85/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 15 local systems in Laurel. We found 6680 total violations (239 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 Laurel?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Should you buy a water purifier in Laurel? See our analysis.
Baby Formula Safety
Is Laurel tap water safe for infants? Critical safety guide.
Homebuyer's Perspective
For those looking to relocate to Laurel, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (85/100) 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 Laurel
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Laurel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Laurel tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Laurel scores 85/100.
How many water systems serve Laurel?
Laurel is served by 15 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Laurel?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Laurel.
What is the water quality score for Laurel?
The water quality score for Laurel is 85 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 15 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Laurel?
The top contaminants detected in Laurel include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Laurel Water Quality Summary
Laurel, MS receives a water quality score of 85/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 15 public water systems serving the area.
Laurel'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.
Laurel's score of 85 is 10 points above the Mississippi state average of 75, 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 Mississippi water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Laurel (15)
Glade Waterworks Assn
DSharon Water Works
CShady Grove Utility District
CCity Of Laurel
BPowers Water Association
CCalhoun Water Association
CMatthews Moss Water Assn
APleasant Ridge W/A
BWayne-Sanderson Farms Llc
ASanderson Farms Processing Division Pale
ASanderson Farms Tyler Processing
ASanderson Farms Bryan Facility
ASanderson Farms Waco Facility
ASanderson Farms
AM & M Water Association
ACheck Your Specific Address
Water quality can vary by neighborhood in Laurel.
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