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Pittsburgh, PA water quality

Pittsburgh, PA is served by 26 public water systems, serving 991,961 people combined. Across those systems, we count 17 health-based violations in the last 5 years. The worst Tap Grade among them is F.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Pittsburgh, PA tap water safe to drink?

26 public water systems serve Pittsburgh, PA, with 17 health-based violations in the last 5 years across them. The worst Tap Grade among them is F. A Tap Grade summarizes public EPA compliance records; it is not a determination that water is safe or unsafe to drink.

Does Pittsburgh's water have lead in it?

The most recent 90th-percentile lead sample is 9.8 ppb, versus the EPA action level of 15 ppb.

Has PFAS been detected in Pittsburgh's water?

Yes — at least one water system serving Pittsburgh has detected PFAS under UCMR5.

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

TapGraded presents public EPA data for information only — it is not health advice and not a determination that any water is safe or unsafe to drink. For health concerns, contact your water utility or local health department.