Toms River

Toms River, NJ receives a water quality score of 70/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Toms River'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.

Toms River's score of 70 is 2 points above the New Jersey state average of 68, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

As a mid-size city in New Jersey, Toms River depends on a water system that exhibits mediocre quality, a common issue across the Mid-Atlantic region. This moderate performance is closely tied to the area's dense, aging suburban infrastructure and legacy of industrial operations. For prospective homebuyers and current residents, these regional factors suggest that while the tap water meets basic functions, they should remain aware of how local environmental history and older infrastructure continue to impact the domestic supply.

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 →