Is pfas a problem in New Jersey drinking water?

PFAS was detected in New Jersey water systems but within the EPA limit of 4 ppt (PFOA/PFOS). Check the ZIP code table on this page for area-specific data.

How widespread is pfas in New Jersey water?

No pfas detections were reported in New Jersey in the exported EPA records.

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PFAS in New Jersey Drinking Water — 0 Violations

EPA data analysis for pfas in New Jersey drinking water systems

ZIPs with Violations

4 ppt (PFOA/PFOS)

EPA Limit

High

Health Risk

Reverse Osmosis or Granular Activated Carbon

Best Filter Method

PFAS Contamination in New Jersey

ZipCheckup analyzed EPA enforcement records across 551 ZIP codes in New Jersey. 0 ZIP codes have pfas-related violations on record.

EPA Standard for PFAS

The EPA maximum contaminant level (MCL) for pfas is 4 ppt (PFOA/PFOS), governed by the PFAS NPDWR (2024). Water systems that exceed this limit must take corrective action and notify consumers.

Health Effects of PFAS

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are linked to cancer (kidney, testicular), thyroid disease, immune system suppression, reproductive problems, and elevated cholesterol. These "forever chemicals" persist in the body for years.

How to Remove PFAS From Drinking Water

The most effective treatment for pfas removal is Reverse Osmosis or Granular Activated Carbon. Look for filters certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 standards.

Check Your ZIP Code

Use the ZipCheckup water quality search to see pfas data for your specific water system in New Jersey.

Cities with PFAS Data in New Jersey

283 cities in New Jersey have pfas testing data available.

Absecon Allendale Annandale Asbury Park Atco Atlantic City Atlantic Highlands Audubon Basking Ridge Bayonne Bayville Bedminster Belford Belle Mead Belleville Bellmawr Belmar Bergenfield Berkeley Heights Berlin

+ 263 more cities

New Jersey Water Quality Overview: See statewide water quality rankings on the New Jersey water quality page.

Learn more about PFAS: Read the full guide on PFAS in drinking water.

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ZipCheckup. (2026). PFAS in New Jersey Drinking Water — 0 Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/pfas/new-jersey/

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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{PFAS in New Jersey Drinking Water — 0 Violations}},
  year   = {2026},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/pfas/new-jersey/}
}

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