Water & Air Quality in North Dakota
Regional composite data for PFAS, lead, and PM2.5 in North Dakota. Values are derived from EPA UCMR 5, EWG Tap Water Database, and AirNow annual averages. Check your specific ZIP code below for localized results.
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North Dakota Context
Plains baseline; clean across all three pollutants.
Check Your Specific ZIP Code in North Dakota
State averages mask wide local variation. Your ZIP code may be significantly cleaner or more contaminated than the state composite — especially near industrial sites, military bases, or older housing stock.
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What These Numbers Mean for North Dakota Residents
PFAS in North Dakota Drinking Water
North Dakota's regional PFAS composite is 1.5 parts per trillion (ppt), which is at or below the EPA's 2024 enforceable limit of 4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS. That said, the EPA limit reflects what's technically achievable — the agency's health goal is zero, and any PFAS exposure carries some risk given their persistence in the body.
Lead in North Dakota Tap Water
Lead contamination in North Dakota averages 3.4 ppb at the 90th percentile. This is within the EPA's action level but above the zero health goal. Lead pipes in pre-1986 homes remain the primary risk factor — consider an NSF 53-certified filter as a precaution.
PM2.5 Air Quality in North Dakota
North Dakota's annual average PM2.5 is 6.8 µg/m³. This meets the EPA annual standard (9 µg/m³) but exceeds the stricter WHO guideline of 5 µg/m³. A HEPA air purifier in sleeping areas is recommended, particularly for children and people with respiratory conditions.
Filtration Recommendations for North Dakota
- Lead concern: Any NSF 53-certified carbon block filter removes lead at the tap. An RO system covers both PFAS and lead. Shop Berkey →
North Dakota Water & Air Resources
Want to go deeper? Read our evidence-based articles on PFAS health effects, water filter comparisons, and PM2.5 air quality. Or audit your specific ZIP code for localized results.