Carson City tap water is sourced from Kings Canyon Creek and groundwater and treated by Carson City Public Works. Overall purity score: 85/100 (Excellent). Updated for 2026.

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Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher

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Price Range $80–95

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Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher

Carson City water scores well overall. A pitcher filter provides extra precaution and improves taste for drinking and cooking.

Why this fits Carson City

Removes residual chlorine taste and odor
Filters trace contaminants and sediment
No installation needed and ready to use immediately

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carson City NV tap water safe to drink in 2026?

Carson City tap water meets EPA federal drinking water standards and scores 85/100 (Excellent) 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 Carson City NV use chlorine or chloramine for disinfection?

Carson City uses chlorine as the primary disinfectant with a residual level of 1.0 ppm. Standard activated carbon filters including pitcher filters are effective at removing free chlorine taste and odor.

How hard is Carson City NV water and what is the TDS level?

Carson City water hardness is 5.5 grains per gallon (moderate) with a TDS of 210 ppm (fair). This level is unlikely to cause significant scale buildup in household plumbing.

Has PFAS been found in Carson City NV drinking water?

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