Is Evansville tap water safe to drink?

Yes but with caveats

Evansville's water meets EPA minimum standards but has some concerns. Filtration is recommended for sensitive individuals.

78/100

Purity Score

Issues Found

9.5 GPG

Hardness

Not detected

PFAS

3 Issues Detected in Evansville

Moderately Hard Water (9.5 GPG)

Hardness above 7 GPG can cause minor scale buildup.

Hardness data for Evansville

Moderate Chlorine Level

Chlorine within EPA limits but may affect taste.

Chlorine info for Evansville

Arsenic Approaching Limit (0.3 mg/L)

EPA limit is 0.010 mg/L.

Arsenic info for Evansville

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Indiana

477,014,770,847,710 · Ohio River

Evansville Water Quality Report (2026)

Moderate Risk Updated March 2026 117,979 residents

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Purity Score

Evansville has hard water conditions that can affect plumbing, appliances, and daily water use. This report breaks down hardness levels, other contaminants, and the most effective treatment options.

Water Quality Data

Not detected (3.2 ppb)

Hard water in Evansville

Chlorine

Medium

Affects taste and skin. Carbon filter removes it.

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TDS

Unknown

High TDS (>500 ppm) may affect taste.

Contaminant Levels

PFAS

Lead

3.2 ppb

Nitrate

1.2 mg/L

Arsenic

0.3 mg/L

Hardness

9.5 gpg

Health Insights

1
With a hardness of 9.5 GPG, Evansville residents may notice white scale on faucets. Hard water increases maintenance costs.
2
Chlorine levels may affect the taste of Evansville's tap water. A carbon filter improves flavor.

Score

78 /100

Good

"Good" threshold (70)

Evansville tap water is sourced from Ohio River and treated by Evansville Water and Sewer Utility. Water hardness is hard at 9.5 GPG which may cause scale buildup. Overall purity score: 78/100 (Good). Updated for 2026.

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Best filters matched to Evansville's 3 issues.

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MATCHED TO EVANSVILLE'S WATER DATA

Best Water Filters for Evansville, IN (2026)

Matched to Hard Water (9.5 GPG), Moderate Chlorine in Evansville.

Hard Water (9.5 GPG) Moderate Chlorine

Best Overall #1 for Evansville

AFWFilters 5600sxt 48000 Grain Softener

Salt-Based Water Softener

$650-750

Why this fits Evansville

Handles Evansville's hard water (Hard Water (9.5 GPG))
Premium quality at $650-750

Pros & Cons +

48000 grain capacity handles very hard water

Digital metered valve saves salt

Requires salt refills monthly

Does not remove contaminants

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Best Value

Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher

Pitcher Filter

$80-95

Why this fits Evansville

Eliminates chlorine taste and odor from Evansville's water
NSF/ANSI 42 + NSF/ANSI 53 + NSF/ANSI 401 certified
Budget-friendly at $80-95

Pros & Cons +

No installation fill and pour

Removes 365+ contaminants including PFAS

Small capacity 2-3 people

Filter replacements every 4 months

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Best for Taste

Waterdrop 10UA Under-Sink Filter

Under-Sink Carbon Filter

$40-60

Why this fits Evansville

Eliminates chlorine taste and odor from Evansville's water
NSF/ANSI 42 certified
Budget-friendly at $40-60

Pros & Cons +

Very affordable

Easy DIY install no plumber

Does not remove PFAS or hardness

Single point of use only

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Also Recommended

Waterdrop G3P800 Tankless RO

Tankless Reverse Osmosis

$380-450

Why this fits Evansville

Eliminates chlorine taste and odor from Evansville's water
NSF/ANSI 58 + NSF 372 certified
Premium quality at $380-450

Pros & Cons +

No tank saves cabinet space

800 GPD fast flow rate

Higher upfront cost

Filter replacements are proprietary

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About Evansville's Water

Hard Water in Evansville: Impact on Plumbing and Appliances

At 9.5 grains per gallon, Evansville's water qualifies as hard. Hard water carries dissolved calcium and magnesium that deposit as limescale inside pipes, water heaters, dishwashers, and washing machines over time. Scale accumulation reduces appliance efficiency and shortens service life. A salt-based water softener is the most effective solution for whole-home protection. For drinking water only, a reverse osmosis system also reduces mineral content significantly.

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Evansville Water FAQ

Is Evansville IN tap water safe to drink in 2026?

Evansville tap water meets EPA federal drinking water standards and scores 78/100 (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 Evansville IN use chlorine or chloramine for disinfection?

Evansville uses chloramine as the primary disinfectant with a residual level of 1.6 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 Evansville IN water and what is the TDS level?

Evansville water hardness is 9.5 grains per gallon (hard) with a TDS of 320 ppm (poor). This level causes noticeable scale buildup in water heaters kettles and dishwashers. A water softener is recommended to protect plumbing and reduce soap usage.

Has PFAS been found in Evansville IN drinking water?

Based on available EPA UCMR5 monitoring data as of 2026 PFAS have not been detected above EPA advisory levels in Evansville drinking water.

What is the best water filter for Evansville?

Based on Evansville's water profile, we recommend the AFWFilters 5600sxt 48000 Grain Softener. Evansville has elevated chlorine residuals. An under-sink carbon filter removes chlorine and disinfection byproducts at the tap.

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Data Sources

EPA SDWIS
EWG Tap Water Database
Evansville Water and Sewer Utility CCR
USGS monitoring data

PurityMap compiles public data. Updated March 2026.

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