Tallahassee, FL: 320 Health Violations — 51/100 (2026)
20 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Tallahassee, FL: water systems collectively below average — violations documented.
How Tallahassee Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Tallahassee, FL
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Tallahassee's 20 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Tallahassee Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 3140 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0014 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,950 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.77.
Tallahassee's Water Providers
At present, 3 utilities serve the bulk of Tallahassee, FL's residential water connections out of 7 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 20 ZIP codes in Tallahassee, Florida, covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 295,335 people.
20 of 20 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 320 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Tallahassee: D (51/100)
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
Tallahassee water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0014 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 19 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 1 ZIP code
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 1134 | 20 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 1092 | 20 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 273 | 20 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 231 | 20 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 210 | 20 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32301 | D | 157 | 16 | City of Tallahassee, |
| 32302 | D | 157 | 16 | City of Tallahassee, |
| 32303 | D | 157 | 16 | City of Tallahassee, |
| 32304 | D | 157 | 16 | City of Tallahassee, |
| 32305 | D | 157 | 16 | City of Tallahassee, |
| 32306 | D | 157 | 16 | City of Tallahassee, |
| 32307 | D | 157 | 16 | City of Tallahassee, |
| 32308 | D | 157 | 16 | City of Tallahassee, |
| 32309 | D | 157 | 16 | City of Tallahassee, |
| 32310 | D | 157 | 16 | City of Tallahassee, |
All ZIP Codes in Tallahassee
- 32301 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32302 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32303 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32304 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32305 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32306 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32307 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32308 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32309 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32310 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32311 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32312 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32313 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32314 [C] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32315 [B] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32316 [C] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32317 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32318 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32395 [D] — 157 violations ⚠
- 32399 [D] — 157 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.
Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Tallahassee
For most homeowners in Tallahassee, the estimated cost of water and safety remediation represents a proportionally modest share of what properties are worth — placing this area in the lower tier of the remediation share scale.
Remediation costs in Tallahassee are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,200–$3,440 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 15% below the Florida average.
Tallahassee: 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 Tallahassee 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.
Tallahassee: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Unlike communities where NFIP data shows minimal flood history, Tallahassee's record documents 1021 claims and 70% of ZIP codes inside FEMA flood zones — a combination that moves flood-related water quality risk from the background into the foreground of any complete local water assessment. Flooding can overwhelm treatment capacity, contaminate wells, and trigger distribution backflow; at this level of exposure, those mechanisms have likely been activated during significant flood events.
Tallahassee has a significant flood history with 1,021 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $10,546 per claim. With 70% 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>$1,950</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.
What You Can Do in Tallahassee
- 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.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Total Coliform can reduce the most common contaminant found in Tallahassee's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Tallahassee, FL