Is Gulfport tap water safe to drink?

Yes with good quality

Gulfport'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

Issues Found

3.8 GPG

Hardness

Not detected

PFAS

2 Issues Detected in Gulfport

Moderate Chlorine Level

Chlorine within EPA limits but may affect taste.

Chlorine info for Gulfport

Arsenic Approaching Limit (0.2 mg/L)

EPA limit is 0.010 mg/L.

Arsenic info for Gulfport

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Mississippi

395,013,950,239,503 · Biloxi River Aquifer

Drinking Water in Gulfport: 2026 Analysis

Low Risk Updated March 2026 72,926 residents

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Purity Score

This report analyzes Gulfport's tap water across five key indicators: PFAS, lead, hardness, chlorine, and TDS. Each section links to deeper data and filter options suited to MS water conditions.

Water Quality Data

Not detected (2.5 ppb)

Hard water in Gulfport

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

2.5 ppb

Nitrate

0.5 mg/L

Arsenic

0.2 mg/L

Hardness

3.8 gpg

Health Insights

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

Score

82 /100

Good

"Good" threshold (70)

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

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Best filters matched to Gulfport's 2 issues.

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Best Water Filters for Gulfport, MS (2026)

Matched to Moderate Chlorine in Gulfport.

Moderate Chlorine

Best Overall #1 for Gulfport

Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher

Pitcher Filter

$80-95

Why this fits Gulfport

Eliminates chlorine taste and odor from Gulfport'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 Value

Waterdrop 10UA Under-Sink Filter

Under-Sink Carbon Filter

$40-60

Why this fits Gulfport

Eliminates chlorine taste and odor from Gulfport'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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Best for Taste

Waterdrop G3P800 Tankless RO

Tankless Reverse Osmosis

$380-450

Why this fits Gulfport

Eliminates chlorine taste and odor from Gulfport'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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Also Recommended

APEC Water Systems ROES-50

Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis

$195-220

Why this fits Gulfport

Eliminates chlorine taste and odor from Gulfport's water
NSF/ANSI 58 certified

Pros & Cons +

5-stage filtration removes 99%+ of contaminants

Long-lasting filters (6-12 month replacement)

Requires under-sink installation

Wastes some water during filtration

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Gulfport Water FAQ

Is Gulfport MS tap water safe to drink in 2026?

Gulfport 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 Gulfport MS use chlorine or chloramine for disinfection?

Gulfport 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 Gulfport MS water and what is the TDS level?

Gulfport water hardness is 3.8 grains per gallon (moderate) with a TDS of 155 ppm (good). This level is unlikely to cause significant scale buildup in household plumbing.

Has PFAS been found in Gulfport MS drinking water?

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

What is the best water filter for Gulfport?

Based on Gulfport's water profile, we recommend the Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher. Gulfport 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
City of Gulfport Water CCR
USGS monitoring data

PurityMap compiles public data. Updated March 2026.

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