Akron, OH: 3 Health Violations - Home Safety 48/100
29 ZIP codes · 12 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Akron: 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 →
A meaningful share of water systems in Akron have recorded health-based violations in recent OH monitoring periods - placing the city in the lower tier for tap water safety.
How Akron Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Water Quality Map: Akron, OH
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of Home Safety grades across Akron.
Akron Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 34 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0033 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,421 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.9 - above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Akron
Residential water service in Akron, OH is divided among 3 separate utilities, drawn from 12 systems on file with federal regulators.
- F
- D
- D
Overview
We track home safety data for 29 ZIP codes in Akron, Ohio (population ~263,720), covering 12 community water systems serving approximately 533,219 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 18 of 29 ZIP codes.
18 of 18 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 3 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Akron: 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
Akron water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0033 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 23 | 18 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 14 | 4 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 7 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 6 | 2 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 5 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44333 | F | 14 | 1 | Akron City Public Water System |
| 44312 | D | 11 | 1 | Akron City Public Water System |
| 44313 | D | 6 | 2 | Akron City Public Water System |
| 44319 | D | 6 | 2 | Akron City Public Water System |
| 44305 | D | 3 | 1 | Akron City Public Water System |
| 44301 | D | 1 | 1 | Akron City Public Water System |
| 44302 | D | 1 | 1 | Akron City Public Water System |
| 44303 | D | 1 | 1 | Akron City Public Water System |
| 44304 | D | 1 | 1 | Akron City Public Water System |
| 44306 | D | 1 | 1 | Akron City Public Water System |
All ZIP Codes in Akron
- 44301 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44302 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44303 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44304 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44305 [D] - 3 violations ⚠
- 44306 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44307 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44308 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44309
- 44310 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44311 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44312 [D] - 11 violations ⚠
- 44313 [D] - 6 violations ⚠
- 44314 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44315
- 44316
- 44317
- 44319 [D] - 6 violations ⚠
- 44320 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44321 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44322
- 44325 [D] - 1 violation ⚠
- 44326
- 44328
- 44333 [F] - 14 violations ⚠
- 44372
- 44396
- 44398
- 44399
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 Akron
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Akron
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Akron: Remediation Cost in Perspective
The cost-to-equity ratio for remediation in Akron is elevated - the financial planning challenge here is real and significant.
At 2.3% of home value, remediation costs in Akron represent a significant financial burden. For homes valued near the median, fixing water and safety issues could cost $1,614–$3,224. Home values here are 44% below the Ohio average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Akron
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 Akron 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.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Akron
Historical NFIP data for Akron contains 342 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $18,431. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 47% 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>$2,421</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 Akron
- 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 Trihalomethanes (TTHM) can reduce the most common contaminant found in Akron'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 Akron, OH