Cape May
Is Cape May tap water safe to drink?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 75/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Cape May. We found 83 total violations (12 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 10:00 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Cape May.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Cape May?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Wondering if Cape May tap water needs filtering? We break it down.
Baby Formula Safety
Mixing baby formula with Cape May tap water? Read this first.
Homebuyer's Perspective
If you're house-hunting in Cape May, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 75/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
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 Cape May
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Cape May.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cape May tap water safe to drink?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 75/100.
How many water systems serve Cape May?
Cape May is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Cape May?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Cape May.
What is the water quality score for Cape May?
The water quality score for Cape May is 75 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 Cape May?
The top contaminants detected in Cape May include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Cape May Water Quality Summary
Cape May, NJ receives a water quality score of 75/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Cape May'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.
Cape May's score of 75 is 9 points above the New Jersey state average of 66, 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 New Jersey water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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