City in New York, United States
Can you drink tap water in New York City?
Can you drink the tap water in New York City?
Tap water is safe to drink. Famously good tap water from upstate reservoirs; free refill fountains in parks. Building water tanks are fine too.
Key facts
- In New York City: Famously good tap water from upstate reservoirs; free refill fountains in parks. Building water tanks are fine too.
- Across United States: Tap water is safe almost everywhere. Local boil-water notices happen occasionally after storms or pipe breaks and are announced by the city.
- Safely managed drinking water: 98% of people in United States (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Tap water across United States
| Place | Tap water |
|---|---|
| New York City | Yes, drinkable |
| Las Vegas | Yes, drinkable |
| Los Angeles | Yes, drinkable |
| Orlando | Yes, drinkable |
| Miami | Yes, drinkable |
| San Francisco | Yes, drinkable |
| Honolulu | Yes, drinkable |
| Washington, D.C. | Yes, drinkable |
| Chicago | Yes, drinkable |
| Boston | Yes, drinkable |
| New Orleans | Yes, drinkable |
| San Diego | Yes, drinkable |
| Seattle | Yes, drinkable |
| Maui | Yes, drinkable |
| Nashville | Yes, drinkable |
| Austin | Yes, drinkable |
| Miami Beach | Yes, drinkable |
| Key West | Yes, drinkable |
| Denver | Yes, drinkable |
| Philadelphia | Yes, drinkable |
| Portland | Yes, drinkable |
| Atlanta | Yes, drinkable |
| San Antonio | Yes, drinkable |
| Charleston | Yes, drinkable |
| Savannah | Yes, drinkable |
| Fort Lauderdale | Yes, drinkable |
| Kauai | Yes, drinkable |
| Big Island | Yes, drinkable |
| Sedona | Yes, drinkable |
| Scottsdale | Yes, drinkable |
Quick answers
Is tap water safe to drink in New York City?
Tap water is safe to drink. Famously good tap water from upstate reservoirs; free refill fountains in parks. Building water tanks are fine too.
Can you drink tap water in United States?
Tap water is safe almost everywhere. Local boil-water notices happen occasionally after storms or pipe breaks and are announced by the city.
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Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water (WHO/UNICEF)
- CDC: food and water safety for travelers
- MTA (subway, buses and fares)
- Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
- NYC Official Guide (NYC Tourism)
- NYC Department of Environmental Protection (water)
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