Is Davenport tap water safe to drink?

Yes but with caveats

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

78/100

Purity Score

Issues Found

9.8 GPG

Hardness

Not detected

PFAS

3 Issues Detected in Davenport

Moderately Hard Water (9.8 GPG)

Hardness above 7 GPG can cause minor scale buildup.

Hardness data for Davenport

Moderate Chlorine Level

Chlorine within EPA limits but may affect taste.

Chlorine info for Davenport

Arsenic Approaching Limit (0.3 mg/L)

EPA limit is 0.010 mg/L.

Arsenic info for Davenport

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Iowa

528,015,280,252,803 · Mississippi River

Water Quality in Davenport, IA (2026)

Moderate Risk Updated March 2026 101,590 residents

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Purity Score

Water from Davenport's Mississippi River supply carries notable mineral levels. This 2026 report covers hardness data, safety indicators, and filtration options matched to local conditions.

Water Quality Data

Hard water in Davenport

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 ppb

Nitrate

1.5 mg/L

Arsenic

0.3 mg/L

Hardness

9.8 gpg

Health Insights

1
At 9.8 GPG, Davenport's water qualifies as moderately hard. This can cause limescale in pipes and shorten appliance lifespan.
2
Chlorine levels may affect the taste of Davenport's tap water. A carbon filter improves flavor.

Score

78 /100

Good

"Good" threshold (70)

Davenport tap water is sourced from Mississippi River and treated by Iowa American Water Davenport. Water hardness is hard at 9.8 GPG which may cause scale buildup. Overall purity score: 78/100 (Good). Updated for 2026.

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Best filters matched to Davenport's 3 issues.

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MATCHED TO DAVENPORT'S WATER DATA

Best Water Filters for Davenport, IA (2026)

Matched to Hard Water (9.8 GPG), Moderate Chlorine in Davenport.

Hard Water (9.8 GPG) Moderate Chlorine

Best Overall #1 for Davenport

AFWFilters 5600sxt 48000 Grain Softener

Salt-Based Water Softener

$650-750

Why this fits Davenport

Handles Davenport's hard water (Hard Water (9.8 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 Davenport

Eliminates chlorine taste and odor from Davenport'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 Davenport

Eliminates chlorine taste and odor from Davenport'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 Davenport

Eliminates chlorine taste and odor from Davenport'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 Davenport's Water

Davenport Hard Water: Effects on Your Home

Hard water conditions in Davenport (9.8 GPG) can leave white mineral deposits on fixtures, reduce soap lather, and gradually damage water-using appliances. Water heaters are particularly vulnerable: scale insulates the heating element, raising energy costs and reducing lifespan. A water softener exchanging calcium and magnesium for sodium eliminates scale formation throughout the home. For households concerned about sodium in drinking water, pairing a softener with an RO system at the kitchen tap is the standard approach.

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Davenport Water FAQ

Is Davenport IA tap water safe to drink in 2026?

Davenport 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 Davenport IA use chlorine or chloramine for disinfection?

Davenport uses chloramine as the primary disinfectant with a residual level of 1.5 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 Davenport IA water and what is the TDS level?

Davenport water hardness is 9.8 grains per gallon (hard) with a TDS of 340 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 Davenport IA drinking water?

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

What is the best water filter for Davenport?

Based on Davenport's water profile, we recommend the AFWFilters 5600sxt 48000 Grain Softener. Davenport 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
Iowa American Water Davenport CCR
USGS monitoring data

PurityMap compiles public data. Updated March 2026.

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