June 17, 2026
Lead in Illinois Drinking Water 2026
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Lead in Illinois Drinking Water 2026
Lead contamination has been detected in drinking water systems across Illinois. Lead has no safe exposure level. It causes neurological damage, especially in children. Sources include aging pipes and plumbing fixtures. Our analysis of Illinois water quality reports found Lead present in 161 cities and water systems statewide. If you live in one of these communities, a certified home filter can significantly reduce your exposure -- browse Lead filters at PureWaterGuys.
Cities in Illinois with Lead Detected
The following 161 water systems in Illinois reported Lead in their annual water quality reports. Click any city to read the full report.
| City / Water System | Water Quality Report |
|---|---|
| Albany Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Alvin Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Annapolis Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Arcola Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Ashkum Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Assumption Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Atlanta Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Beaverville Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Bellwood Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Bement Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Benson Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Benton Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Berwyn Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Biggsville Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Bowen Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Braceville Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Bristol Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Broadview Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Brookport Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Browning Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Brownstown Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Brussels Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Butler Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Calhoun Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Calumet City Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Camp Point Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Casey Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Chadwick Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Chandlerville Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Chapin Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Charleston Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Chenoa Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Chrisman Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Cicero Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Coal City Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Colona Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Colp Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Cordova Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Creal Springs Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Crest Hill Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Cutler Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Damiansville Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Danforth Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Donovan Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Duquoin Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Durand Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Eagarville Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| East Lynn Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Easton Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Edinburg Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Eldorado Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Elkhart Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Elkville Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Emington Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Erie Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Fairbury Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Fillmore Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Findlay Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Forsyth Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Fox River Grove Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Freeman Spur Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Fulton Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Galena Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Gillespie Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Glasford Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Green Oaks Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Gridley Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Harrisburg Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hecker Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Henderson Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Henry Leady Trailer Park Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Herrick Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hettick Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hopewell Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hurst Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Johnston City Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Joliet Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Kempton Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Kincaid Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Kingston Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| La Harpe Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| La Moille Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| La Prairie Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lafayette Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lake Barrington Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lawrenceville Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lawrencville Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lee Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lemont Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Leroy Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Littleton Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Loraine Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lostant Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Mapleton Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Marseilles Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Maywood Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Mcleansboro Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Middleton Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Mineral Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Moro Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Mount Zion Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Murphysboro Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Nebo Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Neponset Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| New Berlin Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| New Memphis Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| New Windsor Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Norwood Park Township Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Oregon Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Orion Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Oviedo Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Penfield Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Peru Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Potomac Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Prairie Du Rocher Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Princeton Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Prophetstown Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Pulaski Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Rankin Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Red Bud Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Richton Park Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Rockbridge Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Rockton Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Round Lake Park Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Sarasota Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Sawyerville Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Secor Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Sherrard Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Sibley Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Sidney Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Silvis Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Sims Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| South Elgin Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| South Holland Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| South Jacksonville Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Sparta Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Springerton Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| St Anne Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| St Jacob Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| St Rose Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Stevens Point Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Steward Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Strawn Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Tampico Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Tiskilwa Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Toulon Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Utica Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Van Orin Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Waggoner Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Walnut Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Warrensburg Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Wataga Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Westfield Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| White Hall Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Williamsfield Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Windsor Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Wonder Lake Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Woodland Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Woodstock Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Woodville Twp Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Wyanet Il Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
What Does This Mean For You?
Detecting Lead in your water supply does not necessarily mean immediate danger, but long-term exposure -- even at low levels -- carries measurable health risk. NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems remove lead effectively.
Our recommendation: View Lead filters certified for Illinois water conditions or take our free Water Finder Quiz to get a personalized recommendation.
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What is Lead?
Lead has no safe exposure level. It causes neurological damage, especially in children. Sources include aging pipes and plumbing fixtures.
Is Illinois tap water safe to drink?
Water quality varies by city. Of the Illinois systems we analyzed, 161 detected Lead. Most levels are below EPA action thresholds, but long-term low-level exposure carries health risk. Check your city's report above or use a certified home filter as a precaution.
What filter removes Lead from tap water?
NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems remove lead effectively. See our Lead filter options.
Data sourced from EPA-mandated annual water quality reports (Consumer Confidence Reports). Last updated: 2026. Not all systems are required to test for every contaminant.