Empire City Tap Water Quality Report
Empire City's water has 15 contaminants above EPA MCLGs. We recommend using a certified water filter.
Utilities
3 Utilities
People Served
16,312
MCL Violations
10
Last Updated
Is Empire City Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Empire City's water has 15 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines. We strongly recommend using a certified water filter to reduce exposure to these contaminants. Check our filter recommendations below for NSF-certified options that can remove the specific contaminants found in Empire City's water.
The data below shows test results from 3 water utilities serving 16,312 people in the Empire City area. Water quality testing is conducted regularly and reported to the EPA. This report was last updated 2025-06-08.
Empire City Water Service Areas
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Recommended Water Filters for Empire City
Based on Empire City's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above EPA MCLGs.
AquaTru
Classic
NSF Certified:
Flow Rate
0.04 gpm
Daily Production
600 gpd
Removes 23 contaminants:
83+, Lead, Fluoride, Strontium, Uranium +18 more
AquaTru
Carafe
NSF Certified:
Flow Rate
0.3 gpm
Daily Production
4 gpd
Removes 17 contaminants:
PFOA, PFOS, Chlorine, Lead, Fluoride +12 more
Solventum Purification Inc.
3MRO401
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
11.48 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
Solventum Purification Inc.
3MRO301
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
11.48 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
Verify Your Water Quality with Independent Testing
With 15 contaminants above EPA health guidelines, independent laboratory testing provides a second opinion and can track changes over time.
SimpleLab
Advanced Home Water Test
$369
Most comprehensive home water test including all standard tests plus additional parameters for ultimate peace of mind.
SimpleLab
Standard Home Water Test
$232
Comprehensive water analysis testing over 200 contaminants including bacteria, heavy metals, and chemical compounds.
Tap Score
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9) Test
$275
Tests for disinfection byproducts formed when chlorine reacts with organic matter in water treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Empire City Tap Water
Empire City's water has 15 contaminants above EPA MCLGs. We strongly recommend using a certified water filter to reduce exposure to these contaminants. Check our filter recommendations below for NSF-certified options that can remove the specific contaminants found in Empire City's water.
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