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Official Status: March 2026

Is Billings tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Billings scores 97/100.

Safety Score
97
out of 100

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Billings

Montana

View Montana state report Verified: Apr 2026

Is Billings tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Billings scores 97/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Billings. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 02:45 PM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 Billings?

Requirement Status
Optional
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💡

Expert Advice

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

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Should you buy a water purifier in Billings? See our analysis.

Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Billings, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (97/100) 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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Score Breakdown for Billings

EPA Compliance & Violations 85/100
Contaminant Safety Margin 97%

*Scores are calculated using weighted EPA monitoring data from the past 5 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Billings tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Billings scores 97/100.

How many water systems serve Billings?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Billings?

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

What are the top contaminants in Billings?

The top contaminants detected in Billings include Benzene, Nitrite, Copper. View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
97/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
5
Population
140,599

Billings Water Quality Summary

Billings, MT receives a water quality score of 97/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 5 public water systems serving the area.

Billings'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.

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

Key Contaminants

Benzene Violation
9.8761 / 5 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 5 μg/L
Nitrite
0.8617 / 1 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 1 mg/L
Copper
1.0841 / 1.3 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 1.3 mg/L
Lead
12.4875 / 15 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 15 μg/L
Fluoride
3.2181 / 4 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 4 mg/L
PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic Acid)
0.0018 / 0.004 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 0.004 μg/L
Chlorine
1.5795 / 4 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 4 mg/L
Total Trihalomethanes
30.5465 / 80 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 80 μg/L

Water Systems Serving Billings (1)

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