Teterboro, NJ Water Safety: 58/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
While Teterboro avoids NJ's lowest safety tiers, a portion of its water systems have logged documented violations.
How Teterboro Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Teterboro Residents
- Estimated remediation: $1,950 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 10.21.
Teterboro's Water Providers
Water service in Teterboro, NJ is split across 2 utilities out of 2 tracked federally, each operating its own infrastructure and compliance record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Teterboro, New Jersey (population ~120), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 804,296 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Teterboro — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Teterboro: C (58/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Teterboro water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Teterboro
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07608 | C | VEOLIA WATER NEW JERSEY HACKENSACK | 792,713 |
| 07699 | D | WALLINGTON WATER DEPT | 11,583 |
All ZIP Codes in Teterboro
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
Updated daily.
Teterboro Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Teterboro: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Teterboro's flood exposure sits in the moderate range: 3 NFIP claims on record and 50% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones. Residents with private wells or older infrastructure have reasonable grounds to factor flood timing into their water quality awareness.
Teterboro has a moderate flood history with 3 FEMA claims averaging $134,935 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,950</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in Teterboro
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
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