Sarasota, FL: 54 Health Violations — 83/100 (2026)
18 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Tap water monitoring data for Sarasota shows a consistently clean picture in FL — few violations on record, compliance well above the median.
How Sarasota Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Sarasota, FL
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Sarasota's 18 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Sarasota Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 144 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0005 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 55% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $2,456 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.12 — above typical levels.
Sarasota's Water Providers
7 water systems are tracked federally in Sarasota, FL. The top 3 providers collectively serve most residential addresses, but because they operate independently, infrastructure maintenance standards and compliance histories differ from one service zone to another.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 18 ZIP codes in Sarasota, Florida (population ~263,561), covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 732,643 people region-wide.
18 of 18 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 54 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Sarasota: B (83/100)
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
Sarasota water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0005 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): 18 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 1009 | Other | 38 | 18 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 38 | 18 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 19 | 18 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 19 | 18 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 19 | 18 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34230 | A | 8 | 3 | Sarasota Company Special Util District |
| 34231 | B | 8 | 3 | Sarasota Company Special Util District |
| 34232 | B | 8 | 3 | Sarasota Company Special Util District |
| 34233 | A | 8 | 3 | Sarasota Company Special Util District |
| 34234 | B | 8 | 3 | Sarasota Company Special Util District |
| 34235 | A | 8 | 3 | Sarasota Company Special Util District |
| 34236 | B | 8 | 3 | Sarasota-city of |
| 34237 | B | 8 | 3 | Sarasota Company Special Util District |
| 34238 | B | 8 | 3 | Sarasota Company Special Util District |
| 34239 | B | 8 | 3 | Sarasota Company Special Util District |
All ZIP Codes in Sarasota
- 34230 [A] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34231 [B] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34232 [B] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34233 [A] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34234 [B] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34235 [A] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34236 [B] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34237 [B] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34238 [B] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34239 [B] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34240 [B] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34241 [B] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34242 [B] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34243 [B] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34260 [A] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34276 [A] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34277 [A] — 8 violations ⚠
- 34278 [A] — 8 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.
Sarasota 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 Sarasota's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Sarasota Infrastructure Age
With 55% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
What does a median build year of 1985 mean for water safety in Sarasota? It means the majority of the city's residential plumbing was installed before 1986, when lead solder was federally banned, and a large share may predate 1970, when lead pipes were commonly used — making plumbing age a central variable in household-level lead risk across much of the city.
Over half of homes in Sarasota were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Sarasota
In Sarasota, documented water and safety issues can be addressed without making a meaningful dent in home equity — the financial proportionality here is favorable, and the commitment fits within standard property planning frameworks.
Remediation costs in Sarasota are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,539–$4,250 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 17% above the Florida average.
Sarasota: 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.
Practically, the structural drivers in Sarasota — 55% pre-rule stock and citywide monitoring at or beyond the regulatory benchmark — make an in-home draw the practical way to translate aggregate averages into the specific conditions at one address.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Sarasota: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Decades of documented flood activity appear in Sarasota's NFIP record — 8700 insurance claims filed and 83% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood designations. The scale of that record puts water infrastructure vulnerability from flooding into the concrete-risk category.
Sarasota has a significant flood history with 8,700 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $39,208 per claim. With 83% 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>$2,456</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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