Burlington
Is Burlington tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Burlington scores 100/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Burlington. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Burlington?
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 Burlington? See our analysis.
Baby Formula Safety
Is Burlington tap water safe for infants? Critical safety guide.
Homebuyer's Perspective
For those looking to relocate to Burlington, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (100/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Atrazine levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Burlington
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Burlington.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burlington tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Burlington scores 100/100.
How many water systems serve Burlington?
Burlington is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Burlington?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Burlington.
What is the water quality score for Burlington?
The water quality score for Burlington is 100 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.
What are the top contaminants in Burlington?
The top contaminants detected in Burlington include Atrazine, Radium-226, PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic Acid). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Burlington Water Quality Summary
Burlington, VT receives a water quality score of 100/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Burlington'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.
Burlington's score of 100 is 16 points above the Vermont state average of 84, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Vermont water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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