Ocala, FL: 1 Health Violation - Home Safety 60/100
14 ZIP codes · 31 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Ocala: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
For residents of Ocala, FL, a C is a prompt to look up the report for their own ZIP code rather than a verdict on their tap.
How Ocala Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Water Quality Map: Ocala, FL
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of Home Safety grades across Ocala.
Ocala Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 92 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0049 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 41% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $658 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 15.21.
Water Systems Serving Ocala
3 systems shown for Ocala, FL, from 31 on the federal list.
- C
- C
- C
Overview
We track home safety data for 14 ZIP codes in Ocala, Florida, covering 31 community water systems serving approximately 253,459 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 11 of 14 ZIP codes.
11 of 11 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Ocala: C (60/100)
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
Ocala water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0049 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 11 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
14 of 14 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 2.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| E. coli | Microbiological | 56 | 11 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 43 | 9 |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 30 | 11 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 20 | 8 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 20 | 8 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34475 | D | 27 | 1 | Ocala, City of (2 Wtps) |
| 34470 | C | 23 | 0 | Ocala, City of (2 Wtps) |
| 34472 | C | 23 | 0 | Belleview, City of (3 Wps) |
| 34479 | C | 19 | 0 | Ocala, City of (2 Wtps) |
| 34480 | C | 19 | 0 | Ocala, City of (2 Wtps) |
| 34482 | C | 18 | 1 | Ocala, City of (2 Wtps) |
| 34471 | C | 13 | 0 | Ocala, City of (2 Wtps) |
| 34476 | C | 12 | 0 | West Side Consolidated |
| 34474 | C | 11 | 1 | Ocala, City of (2 Wtps) |
| 34473 | C | 9 | 0 | West Side Consolidated |
All ZIP Codes in Ocala
- 34470 [C] - 23 violations
- 34471 [C] - 13 violations
- 34472 [C] - 23 violations
- 34473 [C] - 9 violations
- 34474 [C] - 11 violations ⚠
- 34475 [D] - 27 violations ⚠
- 34476 [C] - 12 violations
- 34477
- 34478
- 34479 [C] - 19 violations
- 34480 [C] - 19 violations
- 34481 [C] - 8 violations
- 34482 [C] - 18 violations ⚠
- 34483
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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
CDC Health Data for Ocala
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
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Ocala
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Ocala's Housing Stock?
With 41% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Check your utility's service line inventory as well as your home's build year; in Ocala, where the median build year is 1991, both pieces help.
Most homes in Ocala 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.
Ocala: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Relative to home values, Ocala remediation estimates run low.
Estimated remediation costs in Ocala can be compared with local home values. The $421–$950 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 37% below the Florida average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Ocala
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.
If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Ocala
Historical NFIP data for Ocala contains 138 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $52,706. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 70% 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 $658 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.
What You Can Do in Ocala
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Check the certification, price and turnaround time of any water test kit or lab service.
- Install a certified water filter. For E. coli, listed in the water-quality records for Ocala: if it is a rule or reporting requirement rather than a contaminant, ask your utility what the record involved; for bacteria, follow any boil-water notice from your utility; for a specific chemical contaminant, check whether a filter is certified to reduce it. Not every contaminant has a consumer filter certification.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 41% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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