CITY REPORT FL HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 5

Mexico Beach, FL: 5 Health Violations - Home Safety 95/100

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Mexico Beach: A.

The model grade is high, but the records on this page include findings worth reviewing.

Your top priority: match a filter's certification to the violations (5 health-based violations). NSF certified filters →

Mexico Beach, FL: a top-two-band grade.

How Mexico Beach Compares

Mexico Beach95/100
Florida avg80/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
A · 95
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$363K
Median Home Value
$1,100
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

Key Facts for Mexico Beach Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 6 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.001 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 19% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,100 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.42.

Mexico Beach's Water Providers

Because water system records on this page are matched to Mexico Beach, FL through ZIP codes rather than street addresses, the single system in the list below reflects that matching, while federal data connect 1 to the area overall. Anyone unsure which utility supplies a home can check the water bill or contact the utility directly.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Mexico Beach, Florida (population ~499), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 5,888 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 5 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Mexico Beach: A (95/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Mexico Beach water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0010 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 8 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 4 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
32410 A 6 5 City of Mexico Beach,

All ZIP Codes in Mexico Beach

  • 32410 [A] - 6 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Mexico Beach Community Health Snapshot

10%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
11.9%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.7%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10% ↑
Diabetes 11.9% ↑
Mental Health 17.7% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in Mexico Beach's Water?

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 8 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 4 violations
Treatment Technique

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Mexico Beach Infrastructure Age

2007
Median Build Year
19%
Built Before 1986
2%
Built Before 1970
PEX or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

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

Construction dates in Mexico Beach center on a median of 2007, and the Census figures behind it describe when homes were built, not what materials they contain.

2007
Median Year Built
19%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
2%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (2%) 1970–1986 (17%) Post-1986 (81%)

Most homes in Mexico Beach were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Mexico Beach

Relative to home values, Mexico Beach remediation estimates run low.

Median Home Value
$362,900
Est. Remediation
$1,100
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Mexico Beach can be compared with local home values. The $600–$2,300 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 7% above the Florida average.

Mexico Beach: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

19%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.001
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

Homes built before 1986 are more likely to have lead pipes, fixtures or solder, and census figures put that share of Mexico Beach housing at about 19%. The lead figure used here, an average of ZIP-level 90th-percentile results, sits under 0.010 mg/L. Neither number shows what flows from a particular family's faucet; a test of that faucet is the only direct measure.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Mexico Beach: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

143
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$60,769
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Mexico Beach contains 143 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $60,769. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

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. The $1,100 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Mexico Beach, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Mexico Beach, FL?
Mexico Beach has an average Home Safety Score of 95/100 (Grade A) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 6 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Mexico Beach?
EPA records list 6 EPA violations, including 5 health-based violations for Mexico Beach water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Mexico Beach water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Mexico Beach is 0.001 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Mexico Beach compare to Florida average?
Mexico Beach has an average Home Safety Score of 95/100, which is at or above the Florida state average of 80/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Mexico Beach?
Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in Mexico Beach. The related population figure in our data is approximately 499 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Mexico Beach?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Mexico Beach: $1,100; modeled range $600 to $2,300. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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