New Mexico
Water Quality Report
61 Fair
Average Score
61/100
Water Systems
166
Population
1.9M
Violations
277 37 unresolved
Score Distribution
23 A
11 B
6 C
7 D
10 F
Top Contaminant Violations
| Contaminant | Violations |
|---|---|
| Lead (90th percentile) | 1 |
Lowest Scoring Water Systems
0
Camino Real Regional Utility Authority F
NM3502507 Sunland Park, NM 19,466 served
0
Otis Mdwca F
NM3521308 Carlsbad, NM 4,464 served
0
Veterans Administration Hcs New Mexico F
NM3582601 Albuquerque, NM 2,000 served
0
Dona Ana Mdwca F
NM3554307 Dona Ana, NM 16,987 served
0
Carlsbad Caverns National Park F
NM3549408 Carlsbad, NM 2,500 served
Counties in New Mexico
Cities in New Mexico
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is tap water in New Mexico safe to drink?
New Mexico has an average WaterQ score of 61/100 across 166 public water systems. Safety can vary by city and system, so check your local report for recent violations and contaminants.
How many water systems are in New Mexico?
WaterQ currently tracks 166 public water systems in New Mexico.
Where can I compare cities in New Mexico?
Use the city list below to open detailed reports, or visit the compare tool to benchmark two cities side-by-side on score, grade, and system coverage.