Baltimore
Is Baltimore tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Baltimore scores 97/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Baltimore. We found 190 total violations (5 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 Baltimore?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Filter requirements and certified reduction benchmarks for Baltimore tap water.
Baby Formula Safety
Infant formula preparation risks, nitrate levels, and lead pipe guidance in Baltimore.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Evaluating water infrastructure in Baltimore protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. The high safety score (97/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
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 Baltimore
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Baltimore.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baltimore tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Baltimore scores 97/100.
How many water systems serve Baltimore?
Baltimore is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Baltimore?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Baltimore.
What is the water quality score for Baltimore?
The water quality score for Baltimore is 97 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 Baltimore?
The top contaminants detected in Baltimore include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Baltimore Water Quality Summary
Baltimore, OH receives a water quality score of 97/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.
Baltimore'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.
Baltimore's score of 97 is 13 points above the Ohio state average of 84, and above 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 Ohio water quality rankings report →
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Water Systems Serving Baltimore (2)
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