Philadelphia
Is Philadelphia tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Philadelphia scores 91/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 6 local systems in Philadelphia. We found 1592 total violations (30 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 12:30 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Philadelphia.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Philadelphia?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Filter requirements and certified reduction benchmarks for Philadelphia tap water.
Baby Formula Safety
Infant formula preparation risks, nitrate levels, and lead pipe guidance in Philadelphia.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Evaluating water infrastructure in Philadelphia protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. The high safety score (91/100) 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 Philadelphia
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Philadelphia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Philadelphia tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Philadelphia scores 91/100.
How many water systems serve Philadelphia?
Philadelphia is served by 6 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Philadelphia?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Philadelphia.
What is the water quality score for Philadelphia?
The water quality score for Philadelphia is 91 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 6 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Philadelphia?
The top contaminants detected in Philadelphia include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Philadelphia Water Quality Summary
Philadelphia, MS receives a water quality score of 91/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 6 public water systems serving the area.
Philadelphia'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.
Philadelphia's score of 91 is 16 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 Philadelphia (6)
City Of Philadelphia
ACentral W/A-Arlington
ACentral W/A-East Side
ACentral W/A-House
BCentral W/A-North Pearl River
ACentral W/A-Southwest
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Water quality can vary by neighborhood in Philadelphia.
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