Newark, OH 43055

5 water systems • 50,528 residents

Moderate water quality - consider filtration

C

Score: 48/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

34

Contaminants Detected

321

Violations on Record

24

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History17 / 25
Contaminant Severity19 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score48%

48 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • ✓Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • ✓Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • ✓Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
  • ✓Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Newark vs OH & National Average

Detected Contaminants

34 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
AtrazineAgricultural
NitrateAgricultural
SimazineAgricultural
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Disinfection Byproduct
TTHMDisinfection Byproduct
Antimony, TotalHeavy Metal
ArsenicHeavy Metal
BariumHeavy Metal
Beryllium, TotalHeavy Metal
CadmiumHeavy Metal
ChromiumHeavy Metal
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHeavy Metal
MercuryHeavy Metal
NickelHeavy Metal
SeleniumHeavy Metal
Thallium, TotalHeavy Metal
CYANIDEInorganic
FluorideInorganic
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
E. COLIMicroorganism
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicroorganism
2,4-DOther
2,4,5-TPOther
BHC-GAMMAOther
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
EndrinOther
LASSOOther
MethoxychlorOther
Public NoticeOther
Surface Water Treatment RuleOther
ToxapheneOther
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and URadiological
Gross Beta Particle ActivityRadiological

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
COUNTRY HILLS MHP, ST LOUISVILLE VILLAGE PWS, WINDING CREEK ESTATES, NEWARK CITY PWS, WILKINS MOBILE HOME PARK
Population Served:
50,528
Systems With Violations:
5 of 5
Major Violations:
197
Enforcement Actions:
308

Nearby Areas

43023

Granville • 3.8 mi away

A

43027

Homer • 5.1 mi away

D

43056

Heath • 5.7 mi away

A

43080

Utica • 6.6 mi away

C

43001

Alexandria • 6.8 mi away

A

43025

Hebron • 7.8 mi away

C

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.