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Official Status: March 2026

Is Santa Fe tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — Santa Fe scores 85/100.

Safety Score
85
out of 100

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Santa Fe

New Mexico

View New Mexico state report Verified: Apr 2026

Is Santa Fe tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Santa Fe scores 85/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Santa Fe. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 02:45 PM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 Santa Fe?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

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

Buying a Filter?

Should you buy a water purifier in Santa Fe? See our analysis.

Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Santa Fe, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (85/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Selenium levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Score Breakdown for Santa Fe

EPA Compliance & Violations 85/100
Contaminant Safety Margin 85%

*Scores are calculated using weighted EPA monitoring data from the past 5 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Santa Fe tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Santa Fe scores 85/100.

How many water systems serve Santa Fe?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Santa Fe?

The water quality score for Santa Fe is N/A out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Santa Fe?

The top contaminants detected in Santa Fe include Selenium, Lead, Manganese. View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
85/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
8
Population
116,098

Santa Fe Water Quality Summary

Santa Fe, NM receives a water quality score of 85/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 8 public water systems serving the area.

Santa Fe'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.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology →

Key Contaminants

Selenium
40.7843 / 50 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 50 μg/L
Lead
8.0655 / 15 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 15 μg/L
Manganese
25.5377 / 50 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 50 μg/L
Barium
0.7967 / 2 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 2 mg/L
Nitrate
3.4971 / 10 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 10 mg/L
PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic Acid)
0.0013 / 0.004 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 0.004 μg/L
Turbidity
0.2969 / 1 NTU
0 NTU MCL: 1 NTU
Fluoride
1.0266 / 4 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 4 mg/L

Water Systems Serving Santa Fe (1)

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