East Stroudsburg, PA: 244 Violations - Home Safety 50/100
2 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for East Stroudsburg: D.
Several federal signals point to home-safety risks in this ZIP.
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Monitoring data across East Stroudsburg reveals a persistent pattern of below-average compliance in PA - multiple service areas carry documented health violations, and the data has shown little overall improvement over recent EPA reporting cycles.
How East Stroudsburg Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
East Stroudsburg Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 244 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.1278 mg/L - exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 50% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $3,000 per household.
Water Systems Serving East Stroudsburg
Water service in East Stroudsburg, PA is split across 3 utilities out of 8 tracked federally, each operating its own infrastructure and compliance record.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 46,006 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 2 of 2 ZIP codes.
2 of 2 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 11 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for East Stroudsburg: D (50/100)
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
East Stroudsburg water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.1278 mg/L (exceeds EPA action level) (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 2 of 2 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 0700 | Other | 63 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 34 | 2 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 34 | 1 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 21 | 2 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 14 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18302 | — | 147 | 2 | Pawc Mid Monroe |
| 18301 | D | 103 | 9 | E Stroudsburg Boro Water Department |
All ZIP Codes in East Stroudsburg
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.
Key Contaminants Detected in East Stroudsburg
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is East Stroudsburg's Housing Stock?
With 50% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Decades of residential development in East Stroudsburg took place before the two main regulatory milestones that reduced plumbing-era lead risk: the phase-out of lead pipes before 1970, and the federal ban on lead solder in 1986. With a median build year of 1984, the housing stock here is anchored in that earlier period. The distinction between pre-1970 and 1970-to-1986 construction matters: the oldest homes may have lead pipes in the service line and lead solder in the copper joints, while the 1970-to-1986 tier still carries the solder risk even after lead pipes became less common. Together, these two risk layers affect a majority of the residential properties in the city - a fact the aggregate water quality data doesn't directly reveal.
Over half of homes in East Stroudsburg were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
East Stroudsburg: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Given current East Stroudsburg property values, the remediation share falls in the moderate tier - an indicator that the household financial perspective here calls for advance planning rather than dismissal, with most homeowners positioned to address documented issues through deliberate budgeting rather than needing to treat remediation as a significant equity event or financial emergency.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in East Stroudsburg. The estimated $1,900–$4,800 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 15% above the Pennsylvania average.
Protecting Children from Lead in East Stroudsburg
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.
Before the federal action against lead-bearing solder, that material was routinely permitted in new plumbing - and 50% of East Stroudsburg housing dates from that earlier era. Citywide utility samples have also moved past the regulatory action level. Two independent indicators are aligned here: a majority of buildings carry pre-rule interior lines, while system-level concentrations sit beyond the federal benchmark. Households with kids or pregnant residents can find an in-home test and a certified lead-removal filter through certified retail channels.
<strong>2 ZIP codes</strong> (100% of the city) exceed the EPA lead action level of 0.015 mg/L.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for East Stroudsburg
Historical NFIP data for East Stroudsburg contains 50 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $13,577. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 50% 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>$3,000</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 East Stroudsburg
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Lead testing is especially recommended given the area's lead levels.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Contaminant 0700 can reduce the most common contaminant found in East Stroudsburg's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 50% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
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