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Official Status: March 2026

Is Raymond tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Raymond scores 98/100.

Safety Score
98
out of 100

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Raymond

Washington

View Washington state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Raymond tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Raymond scores 98/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 6 local systems in Raymond. We found 643 total violations (195 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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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 Raymond?

Requirement Status
Optional
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💡

Expert Advice

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

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Evaluating water infrastructure in Raymond protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. 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 Raymond

643
Violations (5yr)
195
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raymond tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Raymond scores 98/100.

How many water systems serve Raymond?

Raymond is served by 6 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Raymond?

The water quality score for Raymond is 98 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 6 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Raymond?

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

Water Quality Score
98/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
6
Population
16,386

Raymond Water Quality Summary

Raymond, WA receives a water quality score of 98/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 6 public water systems serving the area.

Raymond'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.

Raymond's score of 98 is 4 points above the Washington state average of 94, 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 Washington water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0028 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Raymond (6)

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