92236
Coachella, CA
Riverside County · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro area
COACHELLA VWD: COVE COMMUNITY
Is Coachella tap water safe to drink?
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested February 2024.
Townships:
- Chuckwalla Valley CCD, CA
- Coachella Valley CCD, CA
Neighborhoods:
- Coachella
- Desert Groves Mobile Home Park
- Coronado Gardens Mobile Home Park
- Sunnyside Estates
- Rancho Casitas Mobile Home Park
- Pueblo del Sol Mobile Park
The short answer for Coachella
Coachella tap water has 5 detected contaminants, currently below EPA limits (tested February 2024). 6:2 FTS measured closest to the threshold. See the full compound-by-compound report.
The health risk for Coachella
PFAS traces were detected in local water tests, though levels are currently below EPA limits. Since no amount of PFAS is considered completely safe by health researchers, a certified filter adds a meaningful layer of protection, especially for children.
- PFAS or other chemicals detected; no confirmed exceedances in multiple samples.
6:2 FTS concentration (µg/L)
February 2024
0 µg/L
0.005 µg/L
0.01 µg/L
0.005 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.005 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
100% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.005 µg/L | Your water: 0.005 µg/L
Add a Layer of Protection for Coachella Tap Water
6:2 FTS (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected below EPA limits. A certified filter can still add an extra layer of protection.
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PFAS detected in 92236 · What you can do
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Most elevated compounds
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:2 FTS Tested: February 2024 · Well 12 Treatment |
0.005 µg/L | 0.005 µg/L | 100% of limit |
| 4:2 FTS Tested: February 2024 · Well 17 Treatment |
0.003 µg/L | 0.003 µg/L | 100% of limit |
View all tested compounds
Well 11 Treatment · 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 |
Well 12 Treatment · Tested: February 2024
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.005 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 |
Well 16 Treatment · Tested: August 2023
| 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 |
Well 17 Treatment · 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 |
Well 18 Treatment · 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 |
Well 19 Treatment · 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 |
well 6 · Tested: Multiple dates
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chromium | 0.016 mg/L | 100 mg/L | 0.0% of limit |
| Nitrate + Nitrite | 0.770 mg/L | 1E+04 mg/L | 0.0% of limit |
| Nitrate | 0.760 mg/L | 1E+04 mg/L | 0.0% of limit |
| Vinyl chloride | <0.330 µg/L | 2 µg/L | Below limit |
| Nitrite | <0.400 mg/L | 1000 mg/L | Below limit |
| Arsenic | <0.003 mg/L | 10 mg/L | Below limit |
| Toluene | <0.210 µg/L | 1000 µg/L | Below limit |
| Lead | <0.003 mg/L | 15 mg/L | Below limit |
| Copper | <0.002 mg/L | 1300 mg/L | Below limit |
| 1,2-Dichloroethylene | <0.360 µg/L | — | — |
| 3-Hydroxycarbofuran | <0.180 µg/L | — | — |
| Aldicarb | <0.220 µg/L | — | — |
| Aldicarb sulfone | <0.310 µg/L | — | — |
| Aldrin | <0.006 µg/L | — | — |
| Ammonia | <0.050 mg/L | — | — |
| Antimony | <0.020 mg/L | — | — |
| Azinphos-methyl | <0.041 µg/L | — | — |
| Barium | 0.470 mg/L | — | — |
| Beryllium | <0.001 mg/L | — | — |
| Cadmium | <0.001 mg/L | — | — |
| Carbaryl | <0.260 µg/L | — | — |
| Carbofuran | <0.440 µg/L | — | — |
| CFC-11 | <0.350 µg/L | — | — |
| CFC-12 | <0.440 µg/L | — | — |
| Chlordane | <0.230 µg/L | — | — |
| Chlorodibromomethane | <0.250 µg/L | — | — |
| Chlorpyrifos | <0.043 µg/L | — | — |
| Cobalt | <0.001 mg/L | — | — |
| Coumaphos | <0.021 µg/L | — | — |
| Cumene | <0.250 µg/L | — | — |
| Demeton | <0.020 µg/L | — | — |
| Demeton-O | <0.009 µg/L | — | — |
| Demeton-S | <0.029 µg/L | — | — |
| Diazinon | <0.037 µg/L | — | — |
| Dibromomethane | <0.270 µg/L | — | — |
| Dichlorvos | <0.043 µg/L | — | — |
| Dieldrin | <0.006 µg/L | — | — |
| Diesel range organics | 0.120 mg/L | — | — |
| Dimethoate | <0.064 µg/L | — | — |
| Disulfoton | <0.040 µg/L | — | — |
| Endosulfan | <0.006 µg/L | — | — |
| Endosulfan sulfate | <0.016 µg/L | — | — |
| Endrin | <0.007 µg/L | — | — |
| Endrin aldehyde | <0.016 µg/L | — | — |
| Ethoprop | <0.210 µg/L | — | — |
| Ethylbenzene | <0.430 µg/L | — | — |
| Fenthion | <0.038 µg/L | — | — |
| Gasoline range organics | <100.000 µg/L | — | — |
| Heptachlor | <0.012 µg/L | — | — |
| Heptachlor epoxide | <0.006 µg/L | — | — |
| Hexachlorobutadiene | <0.300 µg/L | — | — |
| Hexachlorocyclohexane | <0.097 µg/L | — | — |
| Lindane | <0.006 µg/L | — | — |
| m,p-Xylene | <0.370 µg/L | — | — |
| m-Dichlorobenzene | <0.350 µg/L | — | — |
| Malathion | <0.040 µg/L | — | — |
| Mercury | <0.051 µg/L | — | — |
| Merphos | <0.028 µg/L | — | — |
| Methiocarb | <0.250 µg/L | — | — |
| Methomyl | <0.200 µg/L | — | — |
| Methoxychlor | <0.018 µg/L | — | — |
| Methyl parathion | <0.026 µg/L | — | — |
| Methyl tert-butyl ether | <0.530 µg/L | — | — |
| Methylene chloride | <0.160 µg/L | — | — |
| Mevinphos | <0.035 µg/L | — | — |
| Molybdenum | 0.008 mg/L | — | — |
| n-Butylbenzene | <0.280 µg/L | — | — |
| n-Propylbenzene | <0.290 µg/L | — | — |
| Naphthalene | <0.520 µg/L | — | — |
| Nickel | <0.004 mg/L | — | — |
| o-Dichlorobenzene | <0.160 µg/L | — | — |
| o-Xylene | <0.320 µg/L | — | — |
| Oil range organics | <0.500 mg/L | — | — |
| Orthophosphate | 0.024 mg/L | — | — |
| Oxamyl | <0.230 µg/L | — | — |
| Oxidation reduction potenti... | 183.100 mV | — | — |
| p,p'-DDD | <0.010 µg/L | — | — |
| p,p'-DDE | <0.050 µg/L | — | — |
| p,p'-DDT | <0.015 µg/L | — | — |
| p-Cymene | <0.530 µg/L | — | — |
| p-Dichlorobenzene | <0.370 µg/L | — | — |
| Parathion | <0.020 µg/L | — | — |
| Perchlorate | <1.000 µg/L | — | — |
| Phorate | <0.019 µg/L | — | — |
| Phosphorus | 0.015 mg/L | — | — |
| Propoxur | <0.400 µg/L | — | — |
| Prothiofos | <0.020 µg/L | — | — |
| Ronnel | <0.040 µg/L | — | — |
| sec-Butylbenzene | <0.250 µg/L | — | — |
| Selenium | <0.009 mg/L | — | — |
| Silver | <0.002 mg/L | — | — |
| Styrene | <0.350 µg/L | — | — |
| Sulprofos | <0.022 µg/L | — | — |
| tert-Butylbenzene | <0.210 µg/L | — | — |
| Tetrachloroethylene | <0.340 µg/L | — | — |
| Thallium | <0.008 mg/L | — | — |
| Thionazin | <0.032 µg/L | — | — |
| Toxaphene | <0.720 µg/L | — | — |
| trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene | <0.320 µg/L | — | — |
| trans-1,3-Dichloropropene | <0.260 µg/L | — | — |
| Trichloroethylene | <0.350 µg/L | — | — |
| Trichloronate | <0.020 µg/L | — | — |
| Vanadium | 0.020 mg/L | — | — |
| Xylene | <0.320 µg/L | — | — |
| Zinc | <0.004 mg/L | — | — |
Water utilities serving ZIP 92236
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- COACHELLA VWD: COVE COMMUNITYAction advised
- COACHELLA WATER AUTHORITYSome concern
Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline.
Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 92236 Tap Water
What's in ZIP 92236 tap water?
ZIP 92236 has 5 detected contaminants below EPA limits in this dataset. 6:2 FTS measured closest to its guideline.
Will boiling ZIP 92236 tap water remove 6:2 FTS?
Boiling tap water can kill many pathogens, but it does not remove most chemical contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Several dissolved contaminants can even concentrate as water evaporates. For the chemical contaminants reported in ZIP 92236, a certified filter is more reliable.
Do basic pitcher filters remove 6:2 FTS?
Basic pitcher filters are typically rated for chlorine, taste, and odor (NSF/ANSI 42), not for the broader list of contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Match the certification (NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58, or P473) to the specific compounds listed in this report before assuming a filter helps.
Who provides tap water in ZIP 92236?
Public records identify COACHELLA VWD: COVE COMMUNITY as a primary water system associated with ZIP 92236. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.
When was ZIP 92236 tap water last tested?
The most recent test date used in this report is February 2024. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-04.
Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 92236?
Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact COACHELLA VWD: COVE COMMUNITY or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 92236. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.
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Data reflects publicly reported utility records from EPA datasets and local utility disclosures. This information is educational and not medical advice.