Syracuse
Is Syracuse tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Syracuse scores 58/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 3 local systems in Syracuse. We found 404 total violations (66 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 Syracuse?
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 requirements and certified reduction benchmarks for Syracuse tap water.
Baby Formula Safety
Infant formula preparation risks, nitrate levels, and lead pipe guidance in Syracuse.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Evaluating water infrastructure in Syracuse protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. With a score of 58/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Copper (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 Syracuse
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Syracuse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Syracuse tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Syracuse scores 58/100.
How many water systems serve Syracuse?
Syracuse is served by 3 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Syracuse?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Syracuse.
What is the water quality score for Syracuse?
The water quality score for Syracuse is 58 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 3 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Syracuse?
The top contaminants detected in Syracuse include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Syracuse Water Quality Summary
Syracuse, NY receives a water quality score of 58/100 (Grade D) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 3 public water systems serving the area.
Syracuse's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.
Syracuse's score of 58 is 25 points below the New York state average of 83, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
As a large city in New York, Syracuse relies on a few local water systems to supply its population. Prospective homebuyers and current residents should expect fair but mediocre tap water quality, a common reality for Northeast urban centers dealing with aging infrastructure and the region's varied upstate geology. Consequently, those moving to the area may want to prepare for typical urban water challenges rather than pristine conditions.
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 Syracuse (3)
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