Edison
Is Edison tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Edison scores 47/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Edison. We found 55 total violations (27 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 Edison?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Filter requirements and certified reduction benchmarks for Edison tap water.
Baby Formula Safety
Infant formula preparation risks, nitrate levels, and lead pipe guidance in Edison.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Evaluating water infrastructure in Edison protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. With a score of 47/100, 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 Edison
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Edison.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edison tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Edison scores 47/100.
How many water systems serve Edison?
Edison is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Edison?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Edison.
What is the water quality score for Edison?
The water quality score for Edison is 47 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 Edison?
The top contaminants detected in Edison include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Edison Water Quality Summary
Edison, NJ receives a water quality score of 47/100 (Grade D) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Edison's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.
Edison's score of 47 is 19 points below 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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