Water Quality in Jacksonville, FL: 35 Violations - Grade N/A

Data: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)

Water Quality Overview

Jacksonville, Florida has directly mapped EPA water-system data for 32 ZIP codes. This page reports typed compliance facts and does not relabel the multi-source Home Safety Score as a drinking-water grade.

The available EPA records report 35 violations (all classified as monitoring/reporting type in the available record) across 32 directly mapped ZIP records with reported counts.

Lead Levels

The average 90th percentile lead level across Jacksonville water systems is 0.0016 mg/L - within EPA limits. No exceedances appear among the 32 ZIP records with known lead status.

With 53% of homes built before 1986, Jacksonville has a higher-than-average risk of lead from older plumbing. Lead solder was banned in 1986, and homes built before this date may have lead in pipes, solder joints, or fixtures.

Water Systems Serving Jacksonville

Jacksonville is served by 13 community water systems regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act. These systems collectively serve approximately 945,632 people across 51 ZIP codes.

Each water system is identified by a Public Water System ID (PWSID) and is required to:

• Test for over 90 regulated contaminants on a regular schedule
• Report results to the EPA and state regulators
• Issue an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) to all customers
• Take corrective action when violations occur

The EPA has taken 87 enforcement actions against water systems serving Jacksonville. Enforcement actions range from informal compliance assistance to formal orders and penalties.

How to Check Your Water in Jacksonville

1. Enter your ZIP code on ZipCheckup to see your specific water system data, including contaminant levels and violation history

2. Request your CCR - your water utility must provide an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results for all monitored contaminants

3. Get a home test - certified kits cost $20–$50 and test for lead, bacteria, and common contaminants. Professional lab tests ($150–$400) cover a broader panel

4. Consider filtration - NSF-certified filters can remove specific contaminants. Reverse osmosis removes the broadest range; activated carbon is effective for chlorine and many organics

5. Check for advisories - monitor your local utility website and local news for boil water advisories or system alerts

Contaminants Detected in Jacksonville Water Systems

The following contaminants have been detected or caused violations across Jacksonville's water systems:

MCL = Maximum Contaminant Level (EPA enforceable standard). Health-based violations indicate levels that may pose direct health risks.

EPA Enforcement History

The EPA and state regulators have taken 33 enforcement actions against water systems serving Jacksonville. Recent actions:

Enforcement actions range from informal compliance assistance to formal orders and penalties. The most recent action was on 2025-10-29.

Jacksonville vs. Nearby Florida Cities

How Jacksonville's water quality compares to similar cities in Florida:

Recommended Water Filters for Jacksonville

Based on contaminants detected in Jacksonville's water supply, these filter types are recommended:

Granular Activated Carbon (GAC, whole-house POE)

• Removes: TTHM (Total Trihalomethanes)
• Effectiveness: 80-99%
• Cost range: $400–$2000
• Certification: NSF/ANSI 53
• Recommended products:
  • Aquasana AQ-5200
  • Aquasana EQ-1000 Rhino

Reverse Osmosis (under-sink)

• Removes: Copper
• Effectiveness: 95-99%
• Cost range: $150–$500
• Certification: NSF/ANSI 58
• Recommended products:
  • Waterdrop G3P800
  • Aquasana AQ-5200

Water Quality by ZIP Code in Jacksonville

EPA coverage and recorded violations can differ across Jacksonville's ZIP codes. Missing counts are shown as unavailable, not zero:

Common Questions About Jacksonville Water

These are the most common questions residents search for about water quality in Jacksonville, Florida:

Is Jacksonville water hard or soft? Water hardness varies by source. Jacksonville's 13 water systems use multiple sources. Check your ZIP code report for specific hardness data.

Can I drink Jacksonville tap water? City-level EPA records cannot determine safety at a specific tap. No health-based violations are recorded across 32 directly mapped ZIP records with known counts, but this is not a property-level safety guarantee.

What is the best water filter for Jacksonville? Based on detected contaminants, a granular activated carbon (gac, whole-house poe) filter is most recommended. See our Water Filter Matcher for personalized recommendations.

Jacksonville vs. Florida Average

Understanding how Jacksonville compares to the broader Florida average helps contextualize your local water quality. Factors like water source, treatment methods, and infrastructure age all contribute to differences between cities in the same state.

To see how individual neighborhoods compare, check the ZIP code reports below - water quality can vary significantly even within Jacksonville.

ZIP Codes in Jacksonville

Jacksonville spans 51 ZIP codes. EPA water-system coverage is available for 32 directly mapped ZIP codes. Check each ZIP code for detailed contaminant data, violation history, and system information.

Data Sources

• Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
• Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
• Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
• Enforcement: EPA ECHO database
• Filter recommendations: NSF/ANSI certified products

Source reporting periods vary. See each cited source for its publication schedule.