Sarasota, Florida Water Quality Report

Comprehensive water safety analysis • Updated February 2026

Sarasota's water quality score of 68/100 falls below average, with 0 contaminants at concerning levels.

All 1 historical violation(s) in Sarasota have been resolved.

Water Safety Overview

Some Concerns. Consider a water filter for extra protection. Score: 68/100.

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9
Total Tested
0
Above EPA Limit
0
Elevated
9
Safe Levels

All Detected Contaminants

9 contaminants tested • EPA SDWIS data

ContaminantLevel DetectedEPA Limit% of LimitStatus
Total Trihalomethanes
38.52 ug/L
80.00 ug/L
48.2%
Safe
Chromium
0.044 mg/L
0.100 mg/L
44.2%
Safe
Nitrate
3.74 mg/L
10.00 mg/L
37.4%
Safe
Haloacetic Acids
21.60 ug/L
60.00 ug/L
36.0%
Safe
Nitrite
0.348 mg/L
1.00 mg/L
34.9%
Safe
Mercury
0.0006 mg/L
0.0020 mg/L
32.4%
Safe
Arsenic
0.0032 mg/L
0.010 mg/L
32.2%
Safe
Fluoride
1.17 mg/L
4.00 mg/L
29.3%
Safe
Lead
0.0033 mg/L
0.015 mg/L
21.8%
Safe

Recommended Water Filters for Sarasota

Based on detected contaminants

Reverse Osmosis System

Best for Sarasota. Removes 95-99% of contaminants including heavy metals, PFAS, and nitrates.

  • ✓ Removes lead
  • ✓ Removes arsenic
  • ✓ Removes nitrates
  • ✓ Removes total dissolved solids

Activated Carbon Filter

Good for Sarasota. Removes chlorine, improves taste, and filters many organic compounds.

  • ✓ Removes chlorine and chloramine
  • ✓ Improves taste and odor
  • ✓ Filters pesticides and VOCs

NSF 53 Lead Certification Required

Lead detected in Sarasota. Ensure any filter is NSF/ANSI 53 certified for lead removal.

EPA Compliance History

Past violations for Sarasota's water system

MCL

Mercury - 2/4/2022

Resolved

Water System Information

SARASOTA WATER SYSTEM

PWS ID:
FL306093
Population Served:
58,717
Water Source:
surface
C+68/100

Sarasota Water Quality Score

Based on EPA contaminant data and compliance records

66
Contaminants
71
Compliance
70
Infrastructure

Positive Findings

  • Water quality needs improvement

Protect Your Family's Water

Even with good water quality, many families choose to filter their water for extra peace of mind.

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