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Official Status: March 2026

Is Toledo tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — Toledo scores 82/100.

Safety Score
82
out of 100

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Toledo

Ohio

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Is Toledo tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Toledo scores 82/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Toledo. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

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

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

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

Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Toledo, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (82/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

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

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Score Breakdown for Toledo

EPA Compliance & Violations 85/100
Contaminant Safety Margin 82%

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Toledo tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Toledo scores 82/100.

How many water systems serve Toledo?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Toledo?

The water quality score for Toledo 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 Toledo?

The top contaminants detected in Toledo include Nitrite, Trichloroethylene (TCE), Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
82/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
1
Population
360,000

Toledo Water Quality Summary

Toledo, OH receives a water quality score of 82/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Toledo'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

Nitrite Violation
1.625 / 1 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 1 mg/L
Trichloroethylene (TCE)
4.8842 / 5 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 5 μg/L
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
41.5228 / 60 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 60 μg/L
Chromium (Total)
64.5934 / 100 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 100 μg/L
Chlorine
2.4488 / 4 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 4 mg/L
PFOS (Perfluorooctane Sulfonate)
0.0019 / 0.004 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 0.004 μg/L
Total Trihalomethanes
29.5556 / 80 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 80 μg/L
Uranium
10.2324 / 30 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 30 μg/L

Water Systems Serving Toledo (1)

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