Is Staten Island, NY Safe to Buy? Home Safety Score 100/100
Score 100/100 · Risk: low · Home Safety Grade A · Updated
Staten Island has low overall risk for homebuyers. Most safety indicators are within acceptable ranges.
Score data: EPA SDWIS, EPA PFAS monitoring, EPA Radon Zones, EPA Air Quality Index Last verified:
What is a home safety score?
Home Safety Score model 4.0.0 combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, UCMR5 PFAS, EPA radon zone, and annual AQI with complete coverage. Staten Island scores 100/100 with a "low" risk level.
Per-ZIP Home Safety Scores
Safety scores vary across Staten Island's 14 ZIP codes.
| ZIP Code | Score | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10301 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10302 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10303 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10304 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10305 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10306 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10307 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10308 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10309 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10310 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10311 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10312 | 100 | A | View report → |
| 10314 | 100 | A | View report → |
Home Safety Overview
Staten Island, New York has low overall risk under the current model. The average Home Safety Score is 100/100 across 13 ZIP codes. The model covers water compliance, PFAS screening, radon, and annual air quality; property-level conditions still require inspection.
Safety Score Card
A composite view of Staten Island's key risk indicators:
| Risk Factor | Value | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Water Compliance | 0 EPA violations across 13 direct ZIP records | No violations in available records |
| Lead Risk | 0.0100 mg/L | Low risk |
| Flood Risk | 42% of claim-record ZIPs have A/V-family dominant recorded rated zones | Historical claims evidence |
| Radon | Zone 1 (High) | Elevated risk |
| Air Quality | AQI 52 (Moderate) | Moderate risk |
Per-ZIP Home Safety Scores
Home safety varies across Staten Island's ZIP codes. Lower scores indicate more risk factors:
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 10301 | 100 | A |
| 10302 | 100 | A |
| 10303 | 100 | A |
| 10304 | 100 | A |
| 10305 | 100 | A |
| 10306 | 100 | A |
| 10307 | 100 | A |
| 10308 | 100 | A |
| 10309 | 100 | A |
| 10310 | 100 | A |
| 10311 | 100 | A |
| 10312 | 100 | A |
| 10314 | 100 | A |
Staten Island vs. Nearby New York Cities
How Staten Island's overall risk compares to similar cities in New York:
| City | Home Safety Grade | Lead ZIPs Over Limit | Flood Claims | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staten Island | A | 0 | 19,377 | 492,734 |
| Rochester | B | 0 | 475 | 476,655 |
| Buffalo | C | 0 | 1,471 | 586,209 |
| Jamaica | A | 0 | 202 | 251,525 |
Homebuyer Safety Checklist for Staten Island
Before purchasing a home in Staten Island, New York, complete these checks:
Water Quality
- Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from the water utility
- Test tap water for lead, bacteria, and nitrates ($20-$50 for DIY kit)
Radon
- Conduct a radon test ($15-$30 for short-term kit, $150-$300 for professional)
- Staten Island is in Radon Zone 1 (High risk) - testing is strongly recommended
Flood Risk
- Check the property's FEMA flood zone at msc.fema.gov
- Ask about flood history and past insurance claims
- Review the claims-only zone evidence: 42% of ZIPs with NFIP claim records have A/V-family dominant recorded rated zones. This does not replace an address-level FEMA map check.
Lead Paint & Pipes
- For homes built before 1978: request lead paint disclosure
- For homes built before 1986: inspect plumbing for lead solder and pipes
- 69% of Staten Island homes built before 1986 - pipe inspection recommended
General
- Check for carbon monoxide detectors on every level
- Inspect for visible mold, water stains, or musty odors
- Verify the home's connection to a regulated public water system
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA SDWIS
- Lead: EPA Lead and Copper Rule
- Flood: FEMA NFIP
- Radon: EPA Radon Zones
- Air quality: EPA AirNow
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25077
- Remediation costs: National cost model (EPA, Census, FEMA data)
Source reporting periods vary. See each cited source for its publication schedule.
Water Quality Map: Staten Island, NY
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