How much nitrate is in Clovis water?

The maximum detected level of nitrate in Clovis water is 5.94 ppb. The EPA limit is 10 mg/L (as nitrogen). See the ZIP code table above for area-specific levels.

Detected Nitrate

Nitrate in Clovis, NM Drinking Water

Q: Is nitrate in Clovis water safe?

Nitrate was detected in Clovis water at 5.94 ppb, below the EPA limit of 10 mg/L (as nitrogen). Check ZIP-level data on this page for your specific area.

Nitrate data for Clovis, New Mexico · 45,157 residents · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of Nitrate in Clovis, New Mexico: the highest detected level is 5.94 ppb; the EPA limit is 10 mg/L (as nitrogen). Nitrate carries a high health-risk designation.

Nitrate exposure in drinking water is tracked by EPA across the country; households in Clovis, New Mexico are among those with confirmed detections in the public water record.

5.94 ppb

Max Level Detected

5.94 ppb

Average Level

10 mg/L (as nitrogen)

EPA MCL

High

Health Risk

Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange

Best Filter Method

Data: EPA SDWIS, CCR Reports, ECHO Last verified: 2026-07-13

Nitrate in Clovis Tap Water

Nitrate has been detected in Clovis, New Mexico drinking water at a maximum level of 5.94 ppm — below the EPA MCL of 10 mg/L (as nitrogen).

This analysis covers 45,157 residents across 2 ZIP codes in Clovis.

Clovis's overall water quality grade is B (77/100).

Is Nitrate in Clovis Water Safe?

Nitrate was detected in Clovis water but currently falls within EPA limits. However, some health organizations argue the EPA MCL may not be protective enough.

If you are concerned, a reverse osmosis or ion exchange filter can reduce nitrate levels further.

Nitrate Levels by ZIP Code

ZIP Code	Nitrate Level	EPA Limit	Status
88101	5.94 ppm	10 mg/L (as nitrogen)	OK
88102	5.94 ppm	10 mg/L (as nitrogen)	OK

Average nitrate level across Clovis: 5.94 ppb

Health Effects of Nitrate

Methemoglobinemia ("blue baby syndrome") in infants under 6 months
Increased risk of colorectal and bladder cancer (long-term)
Thyroid disease from chronic exposure
Possible reproductive effects

Health risk severity: High. Governed by the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations.

How Nitrate Gets Into Drinking Water

Agricultural fertilizer runoff
Animal feedlot operations and manure
Septic system leachate
Urban stormwater and wastewater discharge

What to Do About Nitrate in Clovis Water

Reverse osmosis is the most effective method for nitrate removal
Ion exchange systems designed for nitrate can also work
Standard carbon filters do NOT remove nitrate
Boiling water increases nitrate concentration — never boil for nitrate

Look for filters certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 for nitrate removal.

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How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Nitrate in Clovis, NM Drinking Water. https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/nitrates/clovis-nm/

BibTeX

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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Nitrate in Clovis, NM Drinking Water}},
  year   = {2026},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/nitrates/clovis-nm/}
}

Data as of July 2026.