Arsenic in Jackson, TN Drinking Water
Arsenic data for Jackson, Tennessee · 86,702 residents · 6 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of Arsenic in Jackson, Tennessee: the highest detected level is 400 ppb; the EPA limit is 10 ppb. Arsenic carries a high health-risk designation.
Because Arsenic is associated with health effects at sustained elevated exposures, residents in Jackson, Tennessee may find it useful that local water systems have returned detectable concentrations - facts that bear on long-term household water decisions.
Data: EPA SDWIS, CCR Reports, ECHO Last verified: 2026-07-13
Arsenic in Jackson Tap Water
Arsenic has been detected in Jackson, Tennessee drinking water at a maximum level of 400 ppb — 40x the EPA MCL.
This analysis covers 86,702 residents across 6 ZIP codes in Jackson.
Jackson's overall water quality grade is C (59/100).
Is Arsenic in Jackson Water Safe?
If you live in an affected ZIP code, consider installing a reverse osmosis filter certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 and testing your water independently.
Arsenic Levels by ZIP Code
| ZIP Code | Arsenic Level | EPA Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38301 | 400 ppb | 10 ppb | Exceeds limit |
| 38302 | 400 ppb | 10 ppb | Exceeds limit |
| 38303 | 400 ppb | 10 ppb | Exceeds limit |
| 38305 | 400 ppb | 10 ppb | Exceeds limit |
| 38308 | 400 ppb | 10 ppb | Exceeds limit |
| 38314 | 400 ppb | 10 ppb | Exceeds limit |
Average arsenic level across Jackson: 400 ppb
Health Effects of Arsenic
- Increased risk of skin, bladder, lung, and kidney cancer
- Cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes
- Skin changes (darkening, thickening, lesions)
- Developmental effects in children exposed in utero
Health risk severity: High. Governed by the Arsenic Rule (2006).
How Arsenic Gets Into Drinking Water
- Natural deposits in rock and soil (especially in western U.S.)
- Runoff from orchards and glass/electronics production
- Historical use of arsenic-based pesticides
- Well water in areas with arsenic-rich geology
What to Do About Arsenic in Jackson Water
- Install a reverse osmosis (RO) system certified under NSF 58
- Adsorptive media filters (iron-based) can also reduce arsenic
- Have well water tested if on a private supply
- Boiling water does NOT remove arsenic — it concentrates it
Look for filters certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 for arsenic removal.