32960
Vero Beach, FL
Indian River County · Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL metro area
VERO BEACH, CITY OF

Is tap water in Vero Beach CCD (32960) safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: June 2024
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested June 2024.
CDP:
Township:
  • Vero Beach CCD, FL
Neighborhood:
  • Vero Beach

The short answer for Vero Beach CCD (32960)

Vero Beach tap water has 2 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFOS at 1.8× the limit (tested June 2024). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Vero Beach

PFAS ('forever chemicals') have been detected above EPA limits in this water system's most recent tests. These synthetic chemicals do not break down in the body and are linked to a range of health effects. A certified filter is strongly recommended.
  • PFHxS, PFOS above limit.
PFOS concentration (µg/L) June 2024
0 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L
0.007 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.004 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
75% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.004 µg/L | Your water: 0.007 µg/L
Certified Filters for Vero Beach Tap Water

PFOS (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS
Tested: June 2024 · Vero Beach WTP		 0.007 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 75% above limit
PFHxS
Tested: June 2024 · Vero Beach WTP		 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 35% above limit
4:2 FTS
Tested: February 2024 · Oslo RO Facility		 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 100% of limit
View all tested compounds

Vero Beach WTP · Tested: June 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS 0.007 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 75% above limit
PFHxS 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 35% above limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Hobart RO Facility · Tested: February 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

IR0993 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Arsenic 0.500 µg/L 10 µg/L 5% of limit
Chromium 1.390 µg/L 100 µg/L 1% of limit
Lead 0.050 µg/L 15 µg/L 0.3% of limit
Copper 0.500 µg/L 1300 µg/L 0.0% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 0.058 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 220.236 mg/L — —
Aluminum 5.000 µg/L — —
Ammonia-nitrogen 0.290 mg/L — —
Antimony 0.500 µg/L — —
Barium 19.649 µg/L — —
Beryllium 0.050 µg/L — —
Cadmium 0.050 µg/L — —
Calcium 40.966 mg/L — —
Chloride 187.740 mg/L — —
Iron 7044.218 µg/L — —
Magnesium 46.347 mg/L — —
Manganese 0.500 µg/L — —
Molybdenum 1.000 µg/L — —
Nickel 0.784 µg/L — —
Organic carbon 15.670 mg/L — —
Orthophosphate 0.047 mg/L — —
Phosphorus 0.021 mg/L — —
Potassium 11.051 mg/L — —
Selenium 5.000 µg/L — —
Silver 0.050 µg/L — —
Sodium 125.363 mg/L — —
Strontium 520.339 µg/L — —
Sulfate 79.833 mg/L — —
Thallium 0.050 µg/L — —
Tin 0.500 µg/L — —
Total dissolved solids 316.000 mg/L — —
Total hardness 246.041 mg/L — —
Total Kjeldahl nitrogen (Or... 0.450 mg/L — —
Vanadium 0.784 µg/L — —
Water level in well, depth ... -20.600 ft — —
Zinc 6.633 µg/L — —

Oslo RO Facility · Tested: February 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
4:2 FTS 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 100% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Water utilities serving ZIP 32960

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 32960 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 32960?

ZIP 32960 has 2 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including PFOS at 1.8x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 32960 tap water remove PFOS?

No. Boiling does not remove PFAS, and the compounds can actually become more concentrated as water evaporates. To reduce PFAS at home, use a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis).

Do basic pitcher filters remove PFOS?

Most basic pitcher filters are only certified to NSF/ANSI 42 or 53, which do not cover PFAS. Look for a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis) on the spec sheet.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 32960?

Public records identify VERO BEACH, CITY OF as a primary water system associated with ZIP 32960. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 32960 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is June 2024. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 32960?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact VERO BEACH, CITY OF or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 32960. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA PFAS drinking water standard (PFOS: 0,004 µg/L, effective 2024, compliance by 2031)
Last tested June 2024
Last page update 2026-05-05

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