El Paso Tap Water Quality Report
El Paso's water has 11 contaminants above EPA MCLGs. We recommend using a certified water filter.
Utilities
4 Utilities
People Served
783,181
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
Is El Paso Tap Water Safe to Drink?
El Paso's water has 11 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 El Paso's water.
The data below shows test results from 4 water utilities serving 783,181 people in the El Paso area. Water quality testing is conducted regularly and reported to the EPA. This report was last updated 2025-09-08.
El Paso Water Service Areas
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Recommended Water Filters for El Paso
Based on El Paso'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
Culligan
ZeroWater
NSF Certified:
Flow Rate
1.9 gpm
Daily Production
1 gpd
Removes 19 contaminants:
Nitrate, Copper, Zinc, Barium, Sulfate +14 more
Waterdrop
G3 P600
NSF Certified:
Flow Rate
600 gpm
Daily Production
600 gpd
Removes 4 contaminants:
Lead, Fluoride, Arsenic, Total Dissolved Solids
Verify Your Water Quality with Independent Testing
With 11 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
Advanced Microplastics Test
$636
Cutting-edge testing for microplastics particles in drinking water using advanced laboratory techniques.
Frequently Asked Questions About El Paso Tap Water
El Paso's water has 11 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 El Paso's water.
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