Garfield
Is Garfield tap water safe to drink?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 72/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Garfield. We found 195 total violations (71 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 Garfield?
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 Garfield tap water.
Baby Formula Safety
Infant formula preparation risks, nitrate levels, and lead pipe guidance in Garfield.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Evaluating water infrastructure in Garfield protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. With a score of 72/100, 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 Garfield
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Garfield.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Garfield tap water safe to drink?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 72/100.
How many water systems serve Garfield?
Garfield is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Garfield?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Garfield.
What is the water quality score for Garfield?
The water quality score for Garfield is 72 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 Garfield?
The top contaminants detected in Garfield include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Garfield Water Quality Summary
Garfield, NJ receives a water quality score of 72/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Garfield'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.
Garfield's score of 72 is 6 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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