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Official Status: March 2026

Is Silverdale tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Silverdale scores 97/100.

Safety Score
97
out of 100

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Silverdale

Washington

View Washington state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Silverdale tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Silverdale scores 97/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 6 local systems in Silverdale. We found 201 total violations (77 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 09:00 PM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 Silverdale?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

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

Buying a Filter?

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Silverdale, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (97/100) 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 Silverdale

201
Violations (5yr)
77
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silverdale tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Silverdale scores 97/100.

How many water systems serve Silverdale?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Silverdale?

The water quality score for Silverdale is 97 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 Silverdale?

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

Water Quality Score
97/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
6
Population
70,509

Silverdale Water Quality Summary

Silverdale, WA receives a water quality score of 97/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 6 public water systems serving the area.

Silverdale'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.

Silverdale's score of 97 is 3 points above the Washington state average of 94, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For home buyers looking at Silverdale, the local tap water benefits significantly from its location in the Pacific Northwest, where forested mountains and the Puget Sound coastline provide a generally clean source of water. Throughout this mid-size city, the multiple local water systems consistently deliver exceptional water quality that meets high safety standards, offering peace of mind to residents. This means families moving to the area can rely on clean, well-managed drinking water as a highlight of the region's natural environment.

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)
0.006 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Silverdale (6)

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