Palm Bay, FL: 14 Health Violations — 90/100 (2026)
7 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Palm Bay, safety indicators for tap water remain above the FL median — documented violations are infrequent and the city's compliance record sits in the upper tier.
How Palm Bay Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Palm Bay, FL
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Palm Bay's 7 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Palm Bay Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 14 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0021 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,414 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.68 — above typical levels.
Palm Bay's Water Providers
Federal drinking water records identify 5 systems in Palm Bay, 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 7 ZIP codes in Palm Bay, Florida (population ~127,406), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 308,765 people region-wide.
7 of 7 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 14 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Palm Bay: A (90/100)
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
Palm Bay water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0021 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): 7 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 16 | 7 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32905 | B | 2 | 2 | City of Palm Bay, |
| 32906 | A | 2 | 2 | City of Palm Bay, |
| 32907 | B | 2 | 2 | City of Palm Bay, |
| 32908 | A | 2 | 2 | City of Palm Bay, |
| 32909 | A | 2 | 2 | City of Palm Bay, |
| 32910 | A | 2 | 2 | City of Palm Bay, |
| 32911 | A | 2 | 2 | City of Palm Bay, |
All ZIP Codes in Palm Bay
- 32905 [B] — 2 violations ⚠
- 32906 [A] — 2 violations ⚠
- 32907 [B] — 2 violations ⚠
- 32908 [A] — 2 violations ⚠
- 32909 [A] — 2 violations ⚠
- 32910 [A] — 2 violations ⚠
- 32911 [A] — 2 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.
Palm Bay 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 Palm Bay's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Palm Bay
Setting Palm Bay remediation figures against its property market, the resulting ratio sits comfortably in the low tier — a classification that reflects the kind of household financial position where most homeowners can identify documented issues, schedule the work, and absorb the cost without it registering as a significant budget disruption.
Remediation costs in Palm Bay are relatively low compared to home values. The $893–$2,186 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 23% below the Florida average.
Palm Bay: 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.
Lead risk in Palm Bay 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.
Palm Bay: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Flood exposure in Palm Bay is meaningful by NFIP measures — 388 claims on record and 57% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone designations. That level of activity makes flood history a relevant factor when evaluating local water quality over time.
Palm Bay has a moderate flood history with 388 FEMA claims averaging $6,813 per payout. 57% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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>$1,414</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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