Chromium-6 in New Jersey Drinking Water — 53 ZIPs Te...
EPA data analysis for chromium-6 in New Jersey drinking water systems
Chromium-6 Contamination in New Jersey
ZipCheckup analyzed drinking water data across 726 ZIP codes in New Jersey for chromium-6 contamination. 53 ZIP codes have reported chromium-6 detections, and 53 have EPA violations on record.
The violation rate for chromium-6 in New Jersey is 7.3% of all ZIP codes — higher than the national average.
EPA Standard for Chromium-6
The EPA maximum contaminant level (MCL) for chromium-6 is 100 ppb (total chromium MCL), governed by the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations. Water systems that exceed this limit must take corrective action and notify consumers.
Worst ZIP Codes for Chromium-6 in New Jersey
These ZIP codes reported the highest chromium-6 levels in New Jersey based on CCR reports and EPA data:
Lowest Chromium-6 Levels in New Jersey
These ZIP codes had the lowest reported chromium-6 detections in New Jersey:
Health Effects of Chromium-6
How to Remove Chromium-6 From Drinking Water
The most effective treatment for chromium-6 removal is Reverse Osmosis or Strong-Base Anion Exchange. Look for filters certified under NSF 58 standards.
Check Your ZIP Code
Use the ZipCheckup water quality search to see chromium-6 data for your specific water system in New Jersey.
Worst ZIP Codes for Chromium-6 in New Jersey
Ranked by highest chromium-6 detection level.
| Rank | ZIP Code | City | Level Detected | EPA Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 07042 | Montclair | 917 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 2 | 07010 | Cliffside Park | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 3 | 07020 | Edgewater | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 4 | 07022 | Fairview | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 5 | 07024 | Fort Lee | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 6 | 07047 | North Bergen | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 7 | 07070 | Rutherford | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 8 | 07072 | Carlstadt | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 9 | 07073 | East Rutherford | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 10 | 07074 | Moonachie | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 11 | 07075 | Wood Ridge | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 12 | 07086 | Weehawken | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 13 | 07093 | Monitor | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 14 | 07094 | Secaucus | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 15 | 07458 | Saddle River | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 16 | 07601 | Hackensack | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 17 | 07603 | Bogota | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 18 | 07604 | Hasbrouck Heights | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 19 | 07605 | Leonia | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
| 20 | 07606 | South Hackensack | 800 ppb | 100 ppb | Exceeds |
Lowest Chromium-6 Levels in New Jersey
Cities with Chromium-6 Data in New Jersey
56 cities in New Jersey have chromium-6 testing data available.
+ 36 more cities