Virginia Beach
VA

Is Virginia Beach, VA Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Virginia Beach, VA tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.

3Water systems
12ZIP codes
0%ZIPs above EPA guideline
Metro areaVirginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC
Latest data2025-09-24

Where Does Virginia Beach Get Its Water?

Water in Virginia Beach, VA is provided by 3 public water systems: VIRGINIA BEACH, CITY OF, LITTLE CREEK AMPHIBIOUS BASE - U.S. NAVY and N A S OCEANA.

How Is Virginia Beach Tap Water Treated?

Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and calcium hypochlorite. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and direct filtration.

What's in Virginia Beach Tap Water?

The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Virginia Beach public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.

ContaminantPeak detectedEPA guidelineZIPs detectedStatus
lithium 9 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
PFTrDA 0.007 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
8:2 FTS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
6:2 FTS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
PFBA 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline

Health Risk Profile for Virginia Beach

Current EPA monitoring data for Virginia Beach shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.

Best Filters for PFAS Water Profile

PFAS compounds are detected in this water supply. A reverse osmosis (RO) system or an activated-carbon filter specifically certified under NSF/ANSI P473 is required for reliable PFAS reduction. Standard pitcher and faucet filters without P473 certification do not remove PFAS.

Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
Under-sink RO system

8-stage tankless RO system certified to NSF/ANSI 58, reduces 1,000+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, arsenic, fluoride, and nitrates.

Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter

NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Virginia Beach Tap Water

Is Virginia Beach tap water safe to drink?

Virginia Beach tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.

What contaminants are in Virginia Beach tap water?

The most commonly detected contaminants in Virginia Beach water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 8:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.

Where does Virginia Beach get its drinking water?

Virginia Beach receives water from 3 public water systems, including VIRGINIA BEACH, CITY OF.

Do I need a water filter in Virginia Beach?

Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Virginia Beach. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.

How often is Virginia Beach tap water tested?

Public water systems in Virginia Beach are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-09-24.

Tap water reports by ZIP in Virginia Beach

Water utilities serving Virginia Beach, VA

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.