Peoria, IL: 3 Health Violations - Home Safety 48/100
29 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Peoria: D.
Several federal signals point to home-safety risks in this ZIP.
Your top priority: see the breakdown below and consider a certified water filter. NSF certified filters →
Public water data for Peoria, IL shows a low safety grade - health-based violations appear across a meaningful share of service areas in current EPA records.
How Peoria Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Water Quality Map: Peoria, IL
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Peoria's 8 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Peoria Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 12 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.009 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $4,090 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.18 - above typical levels.
Peoria's Water Providers
Structurally, Peoria, IL's water supply is divided. Federal data identifies 8 water systems in the area, with 3 providers serving the bulk of residential connections. These utilities operate independently, meaning rate-setting authority and EPA compliance accountability are distributed rather than centralized.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 29 ZIP codes in Peoria, Illinois, covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 127,011 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 9 of 29 ZIP codes.
6 of 9 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (67%) have recorded EPA violations. 3 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Peoria: D (48/100)
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
Peoria water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0090 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 9 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 29 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 22 | 4 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 8 | 4 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 4 | 3 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 4 | 3 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61604 | D | 10 | 2 | Il American-peoria |
| 61607 | D | 7 | 2 | Il American-peoria |
| 61605 | — | 5 | 1 | Il American-peoria |
| 61615 | D | 4 | 1 | Il American-peoria |
| 61603 | D | 1 | 0 | Il American-peoria |
| 61614 | D | 1 | 0 | Il American-peoria |
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61602 | D | Il American-peoria | 137,575 |
| 61606 | D | Il American-peoria | 137,575 |
| 61625 | D | Il American-peoria | 137,575 |
All ZIP Codes in Peoria
- 61601
- 61602 [D]
- 61603 [D] - 1 violation
- 61604 [D] - 10 violations ⚠
- 61605 - 5 violations ⚠
- 61606 [D]
- 61607 [D] - 7 violations ⚠
- 61612
- 61613
- 61614 [D] - 1 violation
- 61615 [D] - 4 violations ⚠
- 61625 [D]
- 61629
- 61630
- 61633
- 61634
- 61636
- 61637
- 61638
- 61639
- 61641
- 61643
- 61650
- 61651
- 61652
- 61653
- 61654
- 61655
- 61656
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.
Peoria 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 Peoria's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Peoria
At current Peoria valuations, the remediation share sits in the elevated tier - a level where deliberate financial planning becomes a practical prerequisite rather than a convenience for most homeowners.
At 2.6% of home value, remediation costs in Peoria represent a significant financial burden. For homes valued near the median, fixing water and safety issues could cost $2,677–$5,654. Home values here are 16% below the Illinois average.
Peoria: 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 Peoria 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.
Peoria: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context
Historical NFIP data for Peoria contains 827 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $12,184. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 93% 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 <strong>$4,090</strong> 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.
What You Can Do in Peoria
- 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 Stage 2 DBP Rule can reduce the most common contaminant found in Peoria'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 Peoria, IL