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Official Status: March 2026

Is North Richland Hills tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — North Richland Hills scores 98/100.

Safety Score
98
out of 100

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North Richland Hills

Texas

View Texas state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is North Richland Hills tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — North Richland Hills scores 98/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in North Richland Hills. We found 26 total violations (1 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 09:00 PM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in North Richland Hills.

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 North Richland Hills?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

Buying a Filter?

Should you buy a water purifier in North Richland Hills? See our analysis.

Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to North Richland Hills, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (98/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

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.

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Compliance Record for North Richland Hills

26
Violations (5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Richland Hills tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — North Richland Hills scores 98/100.

How many water systems serve North Richland Hills?

North Richland Hills is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in North Richland Hills?

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

What is the water quality score for North Richland Hills?

The water quality score for North Richland Hills is 98 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in North Richland Hills?

The top contaminants detected in North Richland Hills include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
98/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
74,859

North Richland Hills Water Quality Summary

North Richland Hills, TX receives a water quality score of 98/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

North Richland Hills'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.

North Richland Hills's score of 98 is 22 points above the Texas state average of 76, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For families and prospective homebuyers looking at North Richland Hills, Texas, the city's municipal water supply delivers reassurance with near-perfect marks for safety and quality. As a mid-size city operating a single unified water network, it successfully delivers high-tier performance despite being situated in a South-central region known for heavy oil and gas operations and diverse geological structures. This means local consumers benefit from highly effective centralized oversight that successfully buffers household taps from potential environmental runoff or industrial contaminants typical of large urban centers.

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

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0019 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving North Richland Hills (1)

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