Is Biloxi tap water safe to drink?

Yes with good quality

Biloxi'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
3.5 GPG
Hardness
Not detected
PFAS

2 Issues Detected in Biloxi

Moderate Chlorine Level

Chlorine within EPA limits but may affect taste.

Chlorine info for Biloxi

Arsenic Approaching Limit (0.2 mg/L)

EPA limit is 0.010 mg/L.

Arsenic info for Biloxi
Mississippi

395,303,953,139,532 · Gulf Coast Aquifer

Biloxi Water Quality Report (2026)

Low Risk Updated March 2026 44,054 residents
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82
Purity Score

Water quality in Biloxi, Mississippi is evaluated here using public utility data and independent testing. The report includes a purity score, contaminant breakdown, and tailored filter recommendations.

Contaminant Levels

PFAS
ND
Lead
2.2 ppb
Nitrate
0.5 mg/L
Arsenic
0.2 mg/L
Hardness
3.5 gpg

Health Insights

  • 1
    Chlorine levels may affect the taste of Biloxi's tap water. A carbon filter improves flavor.

Score

82 /100
Good
"Good" threshold (70)

Biloxi tap water is sourced from Gulf Coast Aquifer and treated by City of Biloxi Water. Overall purity score: 82/100 (Good). Updated for 2026.

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Biloxi Water FAQ

Is Biloxi MS tap water safe to drink in 2026?
Biloxi 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 Biloxi MS use chlorine or chloramine for disinfection?
Biloxi uses chloramine as the primary disinfectant with a residual level of 1.4 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 Biloxi MS water and what is the TDS level?
Biloxi water hardness is 3.5 grains per gallon (soft) with a TDS of 145 ppm (good). This level is unlikely to cause significant scale buildup in household plumbing.
Has PFAS been found in Biloxi MS drinking water?
Based on available EPA UCMR5 monitoring data as of 2026 PFAS have not been detected above EPA advisory levels in Biloxi drinking water.
What is the best water filter for Biloxi?
Based on Biloxi's water profile, we recommend the Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher. Biloxi has elevated chlorine residuals. An under-sink carbon filter removes chlorine and disinfection byproducts at the tap.

Nearby Reports

JacksonMississippi — 72/100GulfportMississippi — 82/100HattiesburgMississippi — 82/100SouthavenMississippi — 82/100MeridianMississippi — 82/100

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Data Sources

  • EPA SDWIS
  • EWG Tap Water Database
  • City of Biloxi Water CCR
  • USGS monitoring data

PurityMap compiles public data. Updated March 2026.

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