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Patrick Afb, FL Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03

Patrick Afb's water quality grade in FL reflects a middle-ground assessment — service areas range from fully compliant to violation-flagged in current EPA records.

How Patrick Afb Compares

Patrick Afb66/100
Florida avg73/100
National avg67/100

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
0
ZIPs with Violations
C · 66
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
Radon Risk (Low)

What You Should Know About Patrick Afb Water

  • Homes built before 1986: 38% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • CDC health risk index: 13.68 — above typical levels.

Who Supplies Your Water in Patrick Afb

Patrick Afb, FL is covered by 2 major water utilities out of 2 federally tracked systems, each managing its own pipes, treatment processes, and EPA filings. What a household gets from the tap depends on which provider's system serves that address.

City of Cocoa,
Serves ~294,039 people
66
/100
MELBOURNE, CITY OF
Serves ~167,753 people
66
/100

Overview

We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Patrick Afb, Florida (population ~1,606), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 461,792 people region-wide.

No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Patrick Afb — an excellent indicator of water quality.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Patrick Afb: C (66/100)

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

Patrick Afb water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Lead data: not yet available for Patrick Afb
  • 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score System Population
32925 C City of Cocoa, 294,039

All ZIP Codes in Patrick Afb

Data Sources

Updated daily.

Health Outcomes in Patrick Afb

9.6%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13.1%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
15.9%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.6% ↓
Diabetes 13.1% ↑
Mental Health 15.9% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

Housing & Infrastructure in Patrick Afb

1998
Median Build Year
38%
Built Before 1986
5%
Built Before 1970
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

Housing age is a practical proxy for plumbing risk because federal standards changed in 1986, when lead solder was banned from new residential construction, and again earlier — before 1970, lead pipes were themselves commonly installed. Patrick Afb's median build year of 1998 sits in the range where both pre- and post-1986 homes are well represented. The bar chart above reflects that mixed picture: the distribution captures pockets of older housing alongside more recent development, and those pockets carry real lead risk potential at the individual property level.

1998
Median Year Built
38%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
5%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (5%) 1970–1986 (33%) Post-1986 (62%)

Most homes in Patrick Afb were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Patrick Afb

38%
Homes Built Before 1986

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.

When older housing represents 38% of the local inventory or aggregate readings approach the federal action level, an in-home check becomes the standard way to translate citywide averages into the specific reality of an individual Patrick Afb address.

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

What You Can Do in Patrick Afb

  1. Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
  2. Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. With 38% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water safe to drink in Patrick Afb, FL?
Patrick Afb has an average water safety score of 66/100 (Grade C). No EPA violations on record. Check individual ZIP code reports for details specific to your neighborhood.
How does Patrick Afb compare to Florida average?
Patrick Afb has an average water safety score of 66/100, which is below the Florida state average of 73/100.
How many water systems serve Patrick Afb?
Patrick Afb is served by 2 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 1,606 people.
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