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Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Jacksonville?
Yes, tap water in Jacksonville is safe to drink. It's drawn from the Floridan Aquifer, treated by JEA to meet all EPA standards.
Hardness
Moderately hard
pH
7.3–7.8
TDS
ranges 250–350 ppm
EPA Status
Compliant
Soft
Moderate
Hard
Very Hard
Water Source
JEA (Jacksonville's community-owned utility) draws from the Floridan Aquifer, a deep naturally filtered groundwater source spanning much of North Florida.
EPA Compliance Status
Meets all federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards.
Notable Contaminants & Context
- •No significant compliance concerns
- •Naturally occurring minerals can produce a mild sulfur smell in some areas, addressed through aeration treatment; an aesthetic issue, not a health risk
How It Compares
As with much of North and Central Florida, Jacksonville's aquifer sourcing means comparatively light filtration needs relative to surface-water-dependent systems.
Tips
- •A mild sulfur smell occasionally noted from aquifer sourcing is an aesthetic issue, not a safety concern
- •JEA publishes an annual water quality report
- •No need for bottled water around the city
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources & References
The safety rating and guidance on this page draw on the following sources. See our full methodology.
- •US EPA Safe Drinking Water Act regulations
- •EWG Tap Water Database
- •The utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
- •WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality