Jensen Beach, FL: 4 Health Violations — 77/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to statewide averages in FL, Jensen Beach scores well — health violations are below the norm and systems generally operate within federal standards.
How Jensen Beach Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Jensen Beach Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 122 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.004 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.79 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Jensen Beach
Federal drinking water records identify 8 systems in Jensen Beach, FL. The leading 3 providers serve the largest share of residential connections, each operating as a separate entity with its own rate authority, infrastructure management, and EPA compliance obligations — so service conditions are not uniform city-wide.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Jensen Beach, Florida (population ~23,094), covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 183,476 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Jensen Beach: B (77/100)
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
Jensen Beach water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0040 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): 2 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 96 | 2 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 30 | 2 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 2 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34957 | C | 61 | 2 | Martin Company Utilities |
| 34958 | A | 61 | 2 | Martin Company Utilities |
All ZIP Codes in Jensen Beach
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.
CDC Health Data for Jensen 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
Key Contaminants Detected in Jensen Beach
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Jensen Beach: Remediation Cost in Perspective
In Jensen Beach, property values comfortably outpace what documented remediation typically costs — the equity share is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Jensen Beach are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,550–$3,500 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 12% above the Florida average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Jensen 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 Jensen 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.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Jensen Beach
NFIP data for Jensen Beach documents 1393 flood insurance claims across the program's multi-decade tracking period, with 100% of ZIP codes mapped into FEMA flood zones. That level of exposure creates compounding risk during major flood events: treatment systems can be overwhelmed, wells can be contaminated, and distribution infrastructure can suffer backflow — all pathways by which flood events degrade local water quality beyond the physical damage.
Jensen Beach has a significant flood history with 1,393 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $23,385 per claim. With 100% 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>$2,400</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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