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Official Status: March 2026

Is El Paso tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — El Paso scores 80/100.

Safety Score
80
out of 100

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El Paso

Texas

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Is El Paso tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — El Paso scores 80/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in El Paso. We found 4 total violations (0 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in El Paso?

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 El Paso? See our analysis.

Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to El Paso, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (80/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

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

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Score Breakdown for El Paso

EPA Compliance & Violations 85/100
Contaminant Safety Margin 80%

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is El Paso tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — El Paso scores 80/100.

How many water systems serve El Paso?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for El Paso?

The water quality score for El Paso 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 El Paso?

The top contaminants detected in El Paso include Selenium, Atrazine, Trichloroethylene (TCE). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
80/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
4
Population
757,822

El Paso Water Quality Summary

El Paso, TX receives a water quality score of 80/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 4 public water systems serving the area.

El Paso'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

Selenium Violation
68.2966 / 50 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 50 μg/L
Atrazine
2.7346 / 3 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 3 μg/L
Trichloroethylene (TCE)
2.5176 / 5 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 5 μg/L
Perchlorate
25.5024 / 56 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 56 μg/L
Tetrachloroethylene (PCE)
1.5824 / 5 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 5 μg/L
Copper
0.0433 / 1.3 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 1.3 mg/L
Total Coliform
0 / 0 presence
0 presence MCL: 0 presence

Water Systems Serving El Paso (1)

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