Levittown, PA: 10 Violations — 53/100 (2026)
5 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Levittown, EPA compliance records fall well below PA averages — documented health-based violations affect multiple service areas, and the city's sustained low grade reflects a persistent pattern across reporting cycles.
How Levittown Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Levittown, PA
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of water safety grades across Levittown.
Levittown Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 10 violations in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 92% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $2,620 per household.
Water Systems Serving Levittown
3 independent water providers serve Levittown, PA — 5 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 5 ZIP codes in Levittown, Pennsylvania (population ~64,889), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 182,097 people region-wide.
5 of 5 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Levittown: D (53/100)
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
Levittown water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Levittown
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 5 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 2063 | Other | 6 | 5 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 6 | 5 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19054 | D | 2 | 0 | Lower Bucks Company Joint Mun Authority |
| 19055 | C | 2 | 0 | Lower Bucks Company Joint Mun Authority |
| 19056 | D | 2 | 0 | Lower Bucks Company Joint Mun Authority |
| 19057 | D | 2 | 0 | Lower Bucks Company Joint Mun Authority |
| 19058 | D | 2 | 0 | Lower Bucks Company Joint Mun Authority |
All ZIP Codes in Levittown
- 19054 [D] — 2 violations
- 19055 [C] — 2 violations
- 19056 [D] — 2 violations
- 19057 [D] — 2 violations
- 19058 [D] — 2 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.
Key Contaminants Detected in Levittown
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Levittown's Housing Stock?
With 92% 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
When more than half a city's housing predates the 1986 federal ban on lead solder, plumbing-era lead risk becomes a citywide concern rather than an exception. Levittown's median build year of 1953 places it squarely in that category.
Over half of homes in Levittown 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.
Levittown: Remediation Cost in Perspective
At current valuations, Levittown sits in the low remediation-share tier — the equity impact of fixing documented issues is proportionally minor.
Remediation costs in Levittown are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,740–$3,580 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 55% above the Pennsylvania average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Levittown
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.
Older stock in Levittown represents 92% of the inventory, and citywide monitoring runs at or above the federal action level — making an in-home read a standard household-level step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Levittown
Measured across the NFIP's multi-decade tracking period, Levittown shows a moderate flood record — 214 claims and 80% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone status. For water quality, that combination matters because flood events at this frequency can periodically stress infrastructure: treatment plants, private wells, and distribution systems all face elevated risk during significant flooding.
Levittown has a moderate flood history with 214 FEMA claims averaging $12,077 per payout. 80% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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>$2,620</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 Levittown
- 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 Contaminant 2063 can reduce the most common contaminant found in Levittown's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 92% 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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Levittown, PA