Palmetto, FL: 2 Health Violations — 85/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems serving Palmetto hold a strong EPA compliance record — the city places among the better-performing areas in FL with few health-based violations on file.
How Palmetto Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Palmetto Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 22 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0018 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.02 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Palmetto
In Palmetto, FL, residential water supply is distributed across multiple utilities rather than concentrated in one. The 2 leading providers out of 2 tracked systems each control their own infrastructure, file separate EPA compliance reports, and set independent rate schedules.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Palmetto, Florida (population ~54,923), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 361,246 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Palmetto: A (85/100)
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
Palmetto water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0018 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 | 18 | 2 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 9 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34220 | A | 11 | 1 | City of Palmetto Water Department |
| 34221 | B | 11 | 1 | City of Palmetto Water Department |
All ZIP Codes in Palmetto
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.
Health Outcomes in Palmetto
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
Top Contaminants in Palmetto Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Palmetto Homeowners
In Palmetto, property values comfortably outpace what documented remediation typically costs — the equity share is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Palmetto are relatively low compared to home values. The $750–$1,850 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 12% below the Florida average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Palmetto
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 Palmetto 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.
Flood & Climate Risk in Palmetto
Across the multi-decade NFIP program, Palmetto has logged 932 filed flood claims — a tally that corresponds with 50% of local ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone designations. For water quality, the implications extend beyond property damage: when flooding reaches the magnitude this area's record implies, water supply systems face compounding stress. Treatment plants handling contaminated floodwater intake face sharply elevated contaminant loads. Private wells in low-lying FEMA zones are vulnerable to surface infiltration during each major event. Distribution networks can experience pressure-inversion backflow, drawing untreated water back into the supply. These are not remote possibilities at this exposure level.
Palmetto has a significant flood history with 932 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $45,428 per claim. With 50% 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>$1,200</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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