Pennsylvania Water Quality

Drinking water data for all 67 counties.

Avg Water Score

38.9

State Grade

F

Counties with Data

67

of 67 total

All Pennsylvania Counties

CountyWater Score
Cameron County86.0
Forest County86.0
Fulton County86.0
Philadelphia County86.0
Montgomery County68.4
Cumberland County66.0
Westmoreland County65.0
Lehigh County63.8
Northumberland County63.2
Allegheny County62.0
Bucks County58.7
Lebanon County54.8
Delaware County53.3
Lawrence County52.5
Berks County52.0
Northampton County51.8
Mifflin County51.5
Butler County51.2
Dauphin County50.2
Union County49.3
Blair County48.8
Luzerne County48.6
Columbia County48.1
York County47.6
Somerset County47.5
Clearfield County46.5
Fayette County44.3
Huntingdon County44.0
Erie County43.7
Centre County43.3
Lackawanna County43.1
Lancaster County42.8
Schuylkill County41.9
Adams County41.8
Franklin County40.2
Chester County38.4
Beaver County34.4
Bradford County33.8
Montour County32.1
Mercer County30.9
Elk County29.8
Jefferson County29.7
Susquehanna County29.1
Clinton County28.9
Lycoming County26.8
Venango County26.6
Washington County24.8
Potter County24.1
Snyder County23.4
Tioga County22.4
Clarion County22.2
Crawford County21.2
Cambria County20.8
Carbon County19.3
Greene County19.2
Pike County18.4
Monroe County15.5
Juniata County15.0
Perry County13.0
Wayne County10.9
Indiana County10.4
Armstrong County10.3
McKean County9.9
Warren County9.4
Bedford County9.2
Wyoming County9.0
Sullivan County8.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which county in Pennsylvania has the best water quality?
Cameron County has the highest water quality score in Pennsylvania at 86.0/100 (Grade: A), based on EPA SDWIS data.
Which county in Pennsylvania has the most water violations?
Sullivan County has among the lowest water quality scores in Pennsylvania at 8.5/100. See the individual county page for detailed violation history.
Is the tap water safe to drink in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania has an average water quality score of 38.9/100 based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance data. Individual county scores vary — check your specific county's page for detailed information.
What contaminants are found in Pennsylvania water supplies?
Drinking water quality varies by county and water system. The EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) tracks violations for contaminants like lead, nitrates, bacteria, and disinfection byproducts. See individual county pages for specific contaminant and violation history.

Data Source

Water quality data sourced from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) via the ECHO enforcement database. Scores reflect compliance history and health-based violation counts.

Disclaimer: This data is informational only. It is not health, legal, or professional advice. For concerns about your specific water supply, contact your local water utility.