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Official Status: March 2026

Is Sugar Land tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Sugar Land scores 98/100.

Safety Score
98
out of 100

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Sugar Land

Texas

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Is Sugar Land tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Sugar Land scores 98/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 14 local systems in Sugar Land. We found 138 total violations (26 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

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

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 Sugar Land?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

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

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Baby Formula Safety

What new parents in Sugar Land should know about tap water safety.

Homebuyer's Perspective

Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Sugar Land, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. 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 Sugar Land

138
Violations (5yr)
26
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sugar Land tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Sugar Land scores 98/100.

How many water systems serve Sugar Land?

Sugar Land is served by 14 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Sugar Land?

The water quality score for Sugar Land is 98 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 14 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Sugar Land?

The top contaminants detected in Sugar Land include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
98/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
14
Population
174,179

Sugar Land Water Quality Summary

Sugar Land, TX receives a water quality score of 98/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 14 public water systems serving the area.

Sugar Land'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.

Sugar Land'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 residents of Sugar Land, a mid-size Texas city, tap water is supplied via multiple distinct distribution systems operating across the South-central region's varied geology. Despite the area's proximity to large urban centers and active oil and gas industries, these local networks collectively deliver an exemplary level of purity, receiving near-perfect marks in quality evaluations. This top-tier standing offers strong reassurance to prospective homebuyers looking for reliable residential infrastructure. Managing such high standards across numerous local systems requires diligent oversight, ensuring safety remains a constant for the community.

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)
0.003 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Sugar Land (14)

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