Fort Myers, FL: 48 Health Violations — 81/100 (2026)
16 ZIP codes · 6 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Fort Myers, FL: reliable drinking water, above-average safety record, few violations.
How Fort Myers Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Fort Myers, FL
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Fort Myers's 16 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Fort Myers Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 320 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0011 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 35% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $2,206 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.87 — above typical levels.
Fort Myers's Water Providers
At present, 3 utilities serve the bulk of Fort Myers, FL's residential water connections out of 6 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 16 ZIP codes in Fort Myers, Florida (population ~277,374), covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 425,061 people region-wide.
16 of 16 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 48 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Fort Myers: B (81/100)
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
Fort Myers water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0011 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): 16 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 136 | 16 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 51 | 16 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 51 | 16 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 34 | 16 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 34 | 16 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33900 | A | 20 | 3 | Lee County Utilities |
| 33901 | B | 20 | 3 | Lee County Utilities |
| 33902 | B | 20 | 3 | Lee County Utilities |
| 33905 | C | 20 | 3 | Lee County Utilities |
| 33906 | A | 20 | 3 | Lee County Utilities |
| 33907 | B | 20 | 3 | Lee County Utilities |
| 33908 | C | 20 | 3 | Lee County Utilities |
| 33911 | A | 20 | 3 | Lee County Utilities |
| 33912 | B | 20 | 3 | Lee County Utilities |
| 33913 | B | 20 | 3 | Lee County Utilities |
All ZIP Codes in Fort Myers
- 33900 [A] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33901 [B] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33902 [B] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33905 [C] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33906 [A] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33907 [B] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33908 [C] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33911 [A] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33912 [B] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33913 [B] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33916 [B] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33919 [C] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33965 [A] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33966 [B] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33967 [B] — 20 violations ⚠
- 33994 [A] — 20 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.
Fort Myers Community Health Snapshot
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
What's in Fort Myers's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Fort Myers Infrastructure Age
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Plumbing risk in residential housing tracks directly to construction era: pre-1986 homes may have lead-soldered copper joints; pre-1970 homes may have lead pipes outright. Fort Myers's median build year of 1993 places the city in a moderate risk zone where neither era dominates the housing inventory. Understanding which side of the 1986 threshold a specific property falls on — and whether it predates 1970 — is the most actionable starting point for a homeowner trying to assess their own tap water exposure.
Most homes in Fort Myers were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Fort Myers
Because property values in Fort Myers comfortably exceed estimated remediation costs, the equity impact here is proportionally small.
Remediation costs in Fort Myers are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,413–$3,925 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 5% below the Florida average.
Fort Myers: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
After the federal action removing lead-bearing solder from new plumbing took effect, building practice shifted — but 35% of the Fort Myers inventory predates that line. With aggregate samples near or beyond 0.015 mg/L, an in-home check moves out of the optional column into the standard list.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Fort Myers: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
FEMA data places 69% of Fort Myers's ZIP codes inside designated flood zones, and the NFIP claim record confirms the real-world impact: 13410 filed claims representing decades of documented flood events with consequences for property and, at sufficient severity, for local water infrastructure.
Fort Myers has a significant flood history with 13,410 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $42,806 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>$2,206</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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