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Official Status: March 2026

Is Rahway tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — Rahway scores 86/100.

Safety Score
86
out of 100

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Rahway

New Jersey

View New Jersey state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Rahway tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Rahway scores 86/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Rahway. We found 70 total violations (30 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 07:30 PM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 Rahway?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

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

Buying a Filter?

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Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Rahway tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Rahway, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (86/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

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.

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Compliance Record for Rahway

70
Violations (5yr)
30
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Rahway.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rahway tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Rahway scores 86/100.

How many water systems serve Rahway?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Rahway?

The water quality score for Rahway is 86 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 Rahway?

The top contaminants detected in Rahway include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
86/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
1
Population
27,300

Rahway Water Quality Summary

Rahway, NJ receives a water quality score of 86/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Rahway'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.

Rahway's score of 86 is 20 points above the New Jersey state average of 66, 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 New Jersey water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.00295 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Rahway (1)

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