Daytona Beach, FL: 13 Health Violations — 86/100 (2026)
13 ZIP codes · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
The water systems supplying Daytona Beach show a track record of above-average compliance with federal standards — consistently among the better performers in FL.
How Daytona Beach Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Daytona Beach, FL
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
How ZIP codes in Daytona Beach score across all safety grades.
What You Should Know About Daytona Beach Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 273 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0033 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.98 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Daytona Beach
At present, 3 utilities serve the bulk of Daytona Beach, FL's residential water connections out of 4 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 13 ZIP codes in Daytona Beach, Florida (population ~117,044), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 218,452 people region-wide.
13 of 13 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 13 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Daytona Beach: A (86/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Daytona Beach water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0033 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 13 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 112 | 13 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 112 | 13 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 28 | 13 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 28 | 13 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 14 | 13 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32114 | B | 21 | 1 | City of Daytona Beach, |
| 32115 | A | 21 | 1 | City of Daytona Beach, |
| 32116 | A | 21 | 1 | City of Daytona Beach, |
| 32117 | B | 21 | 1 | City of Daytona Beach, |
| 32118 | B | 21 | 1 | City of Daytona Beach, |
| 32119 | B | 21 | 1 | City of Daytona Beach, |
| 32120 | A | 21 | 1 | City of Daytona Beach, |
| 32121 | A | 21 | 1 | City of Daytona Beach, |
| 32122 | A | 21 | 1 | City of Daytona Beach, |
| 32124 | B | 21 | 1 | City of Daytona Beach, |
All ZIP Codes in Daytona Beach
- 32114 [B] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32115 [A] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32116 [A] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32117 [B] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32118 [B] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32119 [B] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32120 [A] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32121 [A] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32122 [A] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32124 [B] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32125 [A] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32126 [A] — 21 violations ⚠
- 32198 [A] — 21 violations ⚠
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Daytona Beach
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Top Contaminants in Daytona Beach Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Daytona Beach Homeowners
How does remediation fit within the broader financial picture for Daytona Beach homeowners? The equity share is moderate — large enough that treating it as a real planning consideration makes sense, and manageable enough that most homeowners have a clear path to addressing documented water and safety issues when they approach the commitment with deliberate advance budgeting rather than as an unplanned expense.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Daytona Beach. The estimated $1,158–$3,615 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 36% below the Florida average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Daytona Beach
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Daytona Beach appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Daytona Beach
Flood risk in Daytona Beach reaches a level where its interaction with water quality becomes a concrete planning concern rather than an abstract possibility. NFIP data records 4595 claims, and 69% of the area's ZIP codes are within FEMA-designated flood zones. At this exposure level, the mechanisms connecting major flood events to water quality disruption — treatment overload, well contamination, distribution backflow — have likely been activated repeatedly over the multi-decade NFIP tracking window.
Daytona Beach has a significant flood history with 4,595 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $35,662 per claim. With 69% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$2,200</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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