Sebring, FL: 4 Health Violations - Home Safety 71/100
5 ZIP codes · 11 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Sebring: B.
This ZIP has a few items worth a quick check.
In the dataset behind this page, Sebring, FL receives one of the two highest grades; read the compliance history system by system for details.
How Sebring Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Sebring Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 122 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0052 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 44% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $650 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 16.64.
Water Systems Serving Sebring
When a city is linked to 11 water systems, as Sebring, FL is in federal records, water in one neighborhood may come from a different system than in another. The 3 systems with the largest reported populations are shown below, and their compliance records are kept separately, so a violation logged for one does not describe the others.
- C
- C
- B
Overview
We track home safety data for 5 ZIP codes in Sebring, Florida, covering 11 community water systems serving approximately 57,176 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 4 of 5 ZIP codes.
4 of 4 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Sebring: B (71/100)
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
Sebring water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0052 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 4 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
5 of 5 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 3.
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 | 142 | 4 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 109 | 3 |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 26 | 4 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 23 | 4 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 18 | 3 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33870 | C | 102 | 0 | Southeast |
| 33872 | C | 70 | 0 | Sun N Lakes of Sebring Water |
| 33875 | C | 58 | 4 | Lake Josephine Heights |
| 33876 | B | 4 | 0 | Spring Lake Improvement Distirct |
All ZIP Codes in Sebring
- 33870 [C] - 102 violations
- 33871
- 33872 [C] - 70 violations
- 33875 [C] - 58 violations ⚠
- 33876 [B] - 4 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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
CDC Health Data for Sebring
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 Sebring
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Sebring's Housing Stock?
With 44% 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
1992 is the median build year in Sebring, and the age breakdown below shows how much of the housing predates 1986.
Most homes in Sebring 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.
Sebring: Remediation Cost in Perspective
How large is the remediation estimate next to home prices in Sebring? Small in relative terms: it amounts to 1% of the median value or less, although the dollar figure below is still an estimate and actual costs vary by property and contractor.
Estimated remediation costs in Sebring can be compared with local home values. The $375–$1,175 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 43% below the Florida average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Sebring
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 Sebring
Historical NFIP data for Sebring contains 96 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $28,473. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 75% 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 $650 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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Sebring, FL