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Official Status: March 2026

Is Tulsa tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
C

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 69/100.

Safety Score
69
out of 100

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Tulsa

Oklahoma

View Oklahoma state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Tulsa tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 69/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Tulsa. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 02:30 PM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Tulsa.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

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

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

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

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if Tulsa tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Tulsa tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Tulsa, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 69/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Radium-228 levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Tulsa

0
Violations (5yr)
0
Unresolved
6
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tulsa tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 69/100.

How many water systems serve Tulsa?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Tulsa?

The water quality score for Tulsa is 69 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Tulsa?

The top contaminants detected in Tulsa include Radium-228, Turbidity, Uranium. View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
69/100
Grade
C
Water Systems
2
Population
415,475

Tulsa Water Quality Summary

Tulsa, OK receives a water quality score of 69/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Tulsa'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.

Tulsa's score of 69 is 28 points above the Oklahoma state average of 41, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

As a large city located in Oklahoma's south-central plains, Tulsa has its local water quality influenced by a regional agricultural background and the legacy of the oil and gas industry. For prospective homebuyers or current residents, the metropolitan area's average water scores reflect a mediocre standing, suggesting that water utility performance has room for progress across its multiple systems. Living in this region means remaining aware of how these historic energy and farming footprints can intersect with the municipal supply distributed to homes.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Oklahoma water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Radium-228
4.2112 / 5 pCi/L
0 pCi/L MCL: 5 pCi/L
Turbidity
0.5485 / 1 NTU
0 NTU MCL: 1 NTU
Uranium
10.5981 / 30 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 30 μg/L
Chromium (Total)
33.1111 / 100 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 100 μg/L
Mercury
0.5087 / 2 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 2 μg/L
Total Coliform
0 / 0 presence
0 presence MCL: 0 presence

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Water Systems Serving Tulsa (1)

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