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Data from EPA Water Quality Reports. For official information, contact your water utility or health department.
Compare water quality across 3 counties in Delaware
3 counties ranked by average water quality score
| Rank | County | Avg Score | Grade | Cities | Population | Score Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Castle County | 88 | A- | 5 | 138,879 | 83 - 95 |
| 2 | Kent County | 82 | B+ | 3 | 63,449 | 79 - 86 |
| 3 | Sussex County | 72 | B- | 2 | 15,746 | 59 - 84 |
Our county-level water quality analysis aggregates data from municipal water systems across Delaware. Each county's score represents the average water quality across all analyzed cities within that county, weighted by population served.
With 3 counties and 10 cities analyzed, this data helps residents understand regional water quality patterns in Delaware. County scores range from 59/100 to 95/100, reflecting the diversity of water sources and treatment infrastructure across the state.
All analyzed counties in Delaware maintain average scores above 70, indicating generally acceptable water quality standards statewide. Individual city scores may vary, so residents should still review their specific city's report.