New York
Water Quality Report
83 Good
Average Score
83/100
Water Systems
679
Population
18.0M
Violations
858 158 unresolved
Score Distribution
121 A
39 B
15 C
8 D
13 F
Top Contaminant Violations
| Contaminant | Violations |
|---|---|
| Copper (90th percentile) | 5 |
Lowest Scoring Water Systems
0
Red-Rochester Iws F
NY2730003 Rochester, NY 2,185 served
0
Wallkill Consolidated Wd F
NY3503584 Middletown, NY 18,450 served
0
Kiryas Joel F
NY3503627 Monroe, NY 51,623 served
0
Northwood Water Company F
NY4521804 Clifton Park, NY 1,300 served
0
Grand Island Town Water Dept. F
NY1400451 Grand Island, NY 19,500 served
Counties in New York
Cities in New York
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is tap water in New York safe to drink?
New York has an average WaterQ score of 83/100 across 679 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 York?
WaterQ currently tracks 679 public water systems in New York.
Where can I compare cities in New York?
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