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Tap Water Quality in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (ZIP 19101)

Serving Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Warning
4 above health guidelines
1
City
181+
Tested
4
Above Guidelines
2
Utilities

Is the Tap Water Safe in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?

Tap water in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (ZIP 19101) has 4 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in at least one of the 1 city served. We recommend reviewing detailed city reports below and considering a certified water filter for additional protection.

ZIP 19101 is served by 2 water utilities providing water to Philadelphia. Water quality varies by utility and city. Click on the cities below to see detailed reports for your specific area.

Water Quality Report for ZIP 19101

3 contaminants above EPA health guidelines

These levels represent the worst case across all cities in this ZIP code. Check individual city reports for specific details.

Bromodichloromethane

Found in Philadelphia

8.5 PPB
Guideline: 0 PPB
Lead

Found in Philadelphia

0.001 PPM
Guideline: 0 PPM
Dichloroacetic Acid (DCA)

Found in Philadelphia

0.0107 PPM
Guideline: 0 PPM

Water Utilities Serving ZIP 19101

SILVER SPRING COUNTRY ESTATES

People Served:

110

Contact:
301-300-0710

Water Source:

Groundwater

Contaminants Tested:

89

PHILADELPHIA WATER DEPARTMENT

People Served:

1,600,000

Contact:
215-685-6257

Water Source:

Surface water

Contaminants Tested:

92

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Best Water Filters for Philadelphia (ZIP 19101)

Based on the contaminants found in your area, we recommend NSF-certified water filters that can remove the specific contaminants above health guidelines.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Philadelphia Tap Water

Is the tap water safe in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (ZIP 19101)?

Tap water in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (ZIP 19101) has 4 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in at least one of the 1 city served. We recommend reviewing the detailed city reports below and considering a certified water filter for additional protection.

Which water utilities serve ZIP code 19101?

ZIP code 19101 is served by 2 water utilities: SILVER SPRING COUNTRY ESTATES, PHILADELPHIA WATER DEPARTMENT.

How do I pay my water bill in Philadelphia (ZIP 19101)?

PHILADELPHIA WATER DEPARTMENT (the largest utility serving ZIP 19101) handles billing for most Philadelphia addresses. Call 215-685-6257 to pay your bill or set up online payments. Other utilities serve smaller pockets of this ZIP — check the utility list below if you don't recognize PHILADELPHIA WATER DEPARTMENT.

What contaminants are in Philadelphia water (ZIP 19101)?

Water testing in ZIP 19101 found 3 contaminants above EPA health guidelines: Bromodichloromethane, Lead, Dichloroacetic Acid (DCA).

Should I use a water filter in Philadelphia (ZIP 19101)?

Yes, we recommend using an NSF-certified water filter for ZIP 19101 because 4 contaminants are above EPA health guidelines. Reverse osmosis systems or under-sink filters certified to remove the specific contaminants found in your water are recommended.

What cities are in ZIP code 19101?

ZIP code 19101 serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

How we built this page

Water-quality data on this page comes from public federal and state records for the 2 utilityies serving ZIP 19101. We refresh each utility's record whenever its underlying source publishes new data.

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