Is Hartford tap water safe to drink?

Yes with good quality

Hartford's tap water meets all EPA standards and scores well on our analysis. It is generally safe to drink though filtration can improve taste and provide extra precaution.

82/100
Purity Score
2
Issues Found
2.8 GPG
Hardness
Not detected
PFAS

2 Issues Detected in Hartford

Moderate Chlorine Level

Chlorine within EPA limits but may affect taste.

Chlorine info for Hartford

Arsenic Approaching Limit (0.2 mg/L)

EPA limit is 0.010 mg/L.

Arsenic info for Hartford
Connecticut

61,010,610,306,105 · MDC Reservoir system

Water Quality in Hartford, CT (2026)

Low Risk Updated March 2026 121,054 residents
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82
Purity Score

This 2026 water quality report for Hartford compiles data from EPA SDWIS, EWG testing records, and the Metropolitan District Commission consumer confidence report. Scores, contaminant levels, and matched filter recommendations are below.

Contaminant Levels

PFAS
ND
Lead
4.5 ppb
Nitrate
0.4 mg/L
Arsenic
0.2 mg/L
Hardness
2.8 gpg

Health Insights

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    Chlorine levels may affect the taste of Hartford's tap water. A carbon filter improves flavor.

Score

82 /100
Good
"Good" threshold (70)

Hartford tap water is sourced from MDC Reservoir system and treated by Metropolitan District Commission. Overall purity score: 82/100 (Good). Updated for 2026.

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Hartford Water FAQ

Is Hartford CT tap water safe to drink in 2026?
Hartford tap water meets EPA federal drinking water standards and scores 82/100 (Good) on PurityMap for 2026. For most healthy adults the water is considered safe but point-of-use filtration adds an important layer of protection.
Does Hartford CT use chlorine or chloramine for disinfection?
Hartford uses chloramine as the primary disinfectant with a residual level of 1.2 ppm. Chloramine is harder to remove than free chlorine and requires a catalytic carbon or reverse osmosis filter. Standard Brita-style pitchers will NOT remove chloramine.
How hard is Hartford CT water and what is the TDS level?
Hartford water hardness is 2.8 grains per gallon (soft) with a TDS of 95 ppm (good). This level is unlikely to cause significant scale buildup in household plumbing.
Has PFAS been found in Hartford CT drinking water?
Based on available EPA UCMR5 monitoring data as of 2026 PFAS have not been detected above EPA advisory levels in Hartford drinking water.
What is the best water filter for Hartford?
Based on Hartford's water profile, we recommend the Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher. Hartford has elevated chlorine residuals. An under-sink carbon filter removes chlorine and disinfection byproducts at the tap.

Nearby Reports

BridgeportConnecticut — 77/100WaterburyConnecticut — 77/100New HavenConnecticut — 82/100StamfordConnecticut — 82/100NorwalkConnecticut — 82/100DanburyConnecticut — 82/100

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Data Sources

  • EPA SDWIS
  • EWG Tap Water Database
  • Metropolitan District Commission CCR
  • USGS monitoring data

PurityMap compiles public data. Updated March 2026.

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