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Worcester, MA water quality

Worcester, MA is served by 12 public water systems, serving 208,172 people combined. Across those systems, we count 0 health-based violations in the last 5 years. The worst Tap Grade among them is A.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Worcester, MA tap water safe to drink?

12 public water systems serve Worcester, MA, with 0 health-based violations in the last 5 years across them. The worst Tap Grade among them is A.

Does Worcester's water have lead in it?

The most recent 90th-percentile lead sample is 3 ppb, versus the EPA action level of 15 ppb.

Has PFAS been detected in Worcester's water?

These systems were tested under UCMR5 and no PFAS was detected above the reporting limit in the analytes we track.

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Source: EPA SDWIS/ECHO · Data as of 2026Q2