Newburgh
Is Newburgh tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Newburgh scores 64/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Newburgh. We found 2011 total violations (203 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 Newburgh?
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 or no filter for Newburgh water? Here's what the data says.
Baby Formula Safety
What new parents in Newburgh should know about tap water safety.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Newburgh, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. With a score of 64/100, 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 Newburgh
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Newburgh.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newburgh tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Newburgh scores 64/100.
How many water systems serve Newburgh?
Newburgh is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Newburgh?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Newburgh.
What is the water quality score for Newburgh?
The water quality score for Newburgh is 64 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Newburgh?
The top contaminants detected in Newburgh include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Newburgh Water Quality Summary
Newburgh, NY receives a water quality score of 64/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.
Newburgh'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.
Newburgh's score of 64 is 19 points below the New York state average of 83, 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 York water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Newburgh (2)
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