Rio Grande

Rio Grande, NJ receives a water quality score of 60/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Rio Grande'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.

Rio Grande's score of 60 is 6 points below the New Jersey state average of 66, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For those relocating to or living in Rio Grande, New Jersey, the drinking water is supplied by a single system serving this mid-size city. The local utility operates within a Mid-Atlantic region characterized by dense, older urban and suburban infrastructure and a history of industrial activity, both of which can place stress on source water quality. Because the overall water quality rating indicates room for improvement, residents and prospective homebuyers should expect average water conditions that highlight the challenges of maintaining aging municipal infrastructure.

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 →