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West Mifflin, PA: High Radon Potential Area - Home Safety 58/100

2 ZIP codes · 1 water system · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for West Mifflin: C.

A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.

West Mifflin lands in the middle of the grade scale in PA; EPA records can differ from one service area to the next.

How West Mifflin Compares

West Mifflin58/100
Pennsylvania avg57/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

2
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
0
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
C · 58
Avg Safety Score
Zone 1
County Radon Potential (High)
$131K
Median Home Value

West Mifflin's Water Providers

Which water system serves a particular address in West Mifflin, PA? The water bill or the utility can confirm it; the list here shows one system, and federal data link 1 in total.

Overview

We track home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania (population ~18,941), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 686,000 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 2 of 2 ZIP codes.

The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 2 ZIP codes with a reported violation count.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for West Mifflin: C (58/100)

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

West Mifflin water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0040 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 2 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

2 of 2 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 1.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score System Population
15122 C Pa Amer Water Company-pittsburgh 686,000
15123 C Pa Amer Water Company-pittsburgh 686,000

All ZIP Codes in West Mifflin

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

West Mifflin: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

0.004
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

Available area-level lead records for West Mifflin do not determine the lead level at an individual tap. 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.

West Mifflin: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

23
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$9,875
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for West Mifflin contains 23 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $9,875. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% 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.

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 West Mifflin

  1. Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Check the certification, price and turnaround time of any water test kit or lab service.
  2. Install a certified water filter. Choose a pitcher or under-sink filter certified to reduce the specific contaminants of concern.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for West Mifflin, PA?
West Mifflin has an average Home Safety Score of 58/100 (Grade C) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. The available EPA record reports no violations for ZIP codes with reported counts. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
Does West Mifflin water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of West Mifflin is 0.004 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does West Mifflin compare to Pennsylvania average?
West Mifflin has an average Home Safety Score of 58/100, which is at or above the Pennsylvania state average of 57/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve West Mifflin?
Our records map 1 water system to 2 ZIP codes in West Mifflin. The related population figure in our data is approximately 18,941 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
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How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). West Mifflin, PA: High Radon Potential Area - Home Safety 58/100. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/pa/west-mifflin/
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