Bakersfield, CA 93308
11 water systems • 49,534 residents
Good water quality with few concerns
Score: 68/100
Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.
Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts
16
Contaminants Detected
391
Violations on Record
184
Health-Based Violations
0
Recent Violations
Grade Breakdown
68 / 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)
Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.
Bakersfield vs CA & National Average
Detected Contaminants
16 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code
| Contaminant | Category |
|---|---|
| Atrazine | Agricultural |
| Nitrate | Agricultural |
| Nitrate-Nitrite | Agricultural |
| Simazine | Agricultural |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproduct |
| TTHM | Disinfection Byproduct |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Heavy Metal |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Heavy Metal |
| Coliform (TCR) | Microorganism |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microorganism |
| 1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE | Other |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Other |
| ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE | Other |
| LASSO | Other |
| Combined Uranium | Radiological |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Radiological |
Water System Information
- Systems Serving This ZIP:
- RANCHOS DEL RIO, CHOCTAW VALLEY MUTUAL WATER CO., RIVERVIEW HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, UPLANDS OF THE KERN MUTUAL WATER COMPANY, ROUND MOUNTAIN WATER COMPANY +5 more
- Population Served:
- 49,534
- Systems With Violations:
- 10 of 11
- Major Violations:
- 23
- Enforcement Actions:
- 378
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.