How much nitrate is in Newman water?

The maximum detected level of nitrate in Newman water is 23.1 ppb. The EPA limit is 10 mg/L (as nitrogen). See the ZIP code table above for area-specific levels.

Detected Nitrate

Nitrate in Newman, CA Drinking Water

Q: Is nitrate in Newman water safe?

Nitrate was detected in Newman water at 23.1 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 Newman, California · 13,690 residents · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of Nitrate in Newman, California: the highest detected level is 23.1 ppb; the EPA limit is 10 mg/L (as nitrogen). Nitrate carries a high health-risk designation.

Routine testing in Newman, California turned up Nitrate - samples from the public supply came back positive, placing this contaminant on the list of substances residents here have a concrete reason to look into.

23.1 ppb

Max Level Detected

23.1 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 Newman Tap Water

Nitrate has been detected in Newman, California drinking water at a maximum level of 23.1 ppm — 2.31x the EPA MCL.

This analysis covers 13,690 residents across 1 ZIP code in Newman.

Newman's overall water quality grade is B (76/100).

Is Nitrate in Newman Water Safe?

Nitrate was detected in Newman 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
95360	23.1 ppm	10 mg/L (as nitrogen)	Exceeds limit

Average nitrate level across Newman: 23.1 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 Newman 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 Newman, CA Drinking Water. https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/nitrates/newman-ca/

BibTeX

@misc{zipcheckup-contaminants-nitrates-newman-ca,
  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Nitrate in Newman, CA Drinking Water}},
  year   = {2026},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/nitrates/newman-ca/}
}

Data as of July 2026.