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Is Poughkeepsie tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Poughkeepsie scores 93/100.

Safety Score
93
out of 100

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Poughkeepsie

New York

View New York state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Poughkeepsie tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Poughkeepsie scores 93/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Poughkeepsie. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Poughkeepsie?

Requirement Status
Optional
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💡

Expert Advice

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

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Poughkeepsie, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (93/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Poughkeepsie a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Poughkeepsie

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poughkeepsie tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Poughkeepsie scores 93/100.

How many water systems serve Poughkeepsie?

Poughkeepsie is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Poughkeepsie?

The water quality score for Poughkeepsie is 93 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Poughkeepsie?

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Water Quality Score
93/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
8
Population
89,525

Poughkeepsie Water Quality Summary

Poughkeepsie, NY receives a water quality score of 93/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 8 public water systems serving the area.

Poughkeepsie'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.

Poughkeepsie's score of 93 is 9 points above the New York state average of 84, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For residents and prospective homebuyers looking at this mid-size city in New York, the local drinking water achieves top-tier quality marks despite the older infrastructure and dense urban characteristics typical of the Northeast region. Multiple public water systems serve the area, navigating both the regional geological variations of upstate New York and aging distribution networks to deliver clean tap water. This strong overall performance offers reassurance that the community's water infrastructure effectively manages regional environmental and age-related challenges to maintain high-quality supplies.

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 →

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