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Lead in Florida Drinking Water — 921 ZIPs Tested

EPA data analysis for lead in Florida drinking water systems

ZipCheckup tracks Lead in Florida drinking water: 921 ZIP codes with detected levels on record. 370 ZIP codes exceed the EPA limit (15 ppb (action level)). Lead carries a high health-risk designation.

921
ZIPs with Detections
370
ZIPs with Violations
39.5%
Violation Rate
15 ppb (action level)
EPA Limit
High
Health Risk
Reverse Osmosis or NSF 53 Carbon Block
Best Filter Method

Lead Contamination in Florida

ZipCheckup analyzed drinking water data across 936 ZIP codes in Florida for lead contamination. 921 ZIP codes have reported lead detections, and 370 have EPA violations on record.

The violation rate for lead in Florida is 39.5% of all ZIP codes — higher than the national average.

EPA Standard for Lead

The EPA maximum contaminant level (MCL) for lead is 15 ppb (action level), governed by the Lead and Copper Rule (LCRR/LCRI). Water systems that exceed this limit must take corrective action and notify consumers.

Worst ZIP Codes for Lead in Florida

These ZIP codes reported the highest lead levels in Florida based on CCR reports and EPA data:

Lowest Lead Levels in Florida

These ZIP codes had the lowest reported lead detections in Florida:

Health Effects of Lead

Lead is a potent neurotoxin with no safe level of exposure. In children, lead causes developmental delays, reduced IQ, and behavioral problems. In adults, it causes high blood pressure, kidney damage, and cardiovascular effects. Pregnant women face increased risk of premature birth.

How to Remove Lead From Drinking Water

The most effective treatment for lead removal is Reverse Osmosis or NSF 53 Carbon Block. Look for filters certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 standards.

Check Your ZIP Code

Use the ZipCheckup water quality search to see lead data for your specific water system in Florida.

Worst ZIP Codes for Lead in Florida

Ranked by highest lead detection level.

Rank ZIP Code City Level Detected EPA Limit Status
1 32177 Palatka 17 ppb 15 ppb Exceeds
2 32609 Gainesville 14 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
3 32615 Alachua 14 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
4 32616 Alachua 14 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
5 32643 High Springs 14 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
6 32653 Gainesville 14 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
7 33309 Fort Lauderdale 14 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
8 33334 Fort Lauderdale 14 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
9 32084 Saint Augustine 13 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
10 34135 Bonita Springs 13 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
11 32456 Port Saint Joe 12 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
12 32509 Pensacola 12 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
13 32526 Pensacola 12 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
14 34731 Fruitland Park 11 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
15 34748 Leesburg 11 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
16 32053 Jennings 10 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
17 33028 Pembroke Pines 10 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
18 33125 Miami 10 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
19 33126 Miami 10 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit
20 33325 Fort Lauderdale 10 ppb 15 ppb Within Limit

Lowest Lead Levels in Florida

ZIP Code City Level Detected
34951 Fort Pierce 1 ppb
34949 Fort Pierce 1 ppb
34946 Fort Pierce 1 ppb
34773 Saint Cloud 1 ppb
34759 Kissimmee 1 ppb
34758 Kissimmee 1 ppb
34746 Kissimmee 1 ppb
34743 Kissimmee 1 ppb
34741 Kissimmee 1 ppb
34685 Palm Harbor 1 ppb

Cities with Lead Data in Florida

259 cities in Florida have lead testing data available.

+ 239 more cities

Florida Water Quality Overview: See statewide water quality rankings on the Florida water quality page.
Learn more about Lead: Read the full guide on Lead in drinking water.
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How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Lead in Florida Drinking Water — 921 ZIPs Tested. https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/lead/florida/
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  title  = {{Lead in Florida Drinking Water — 921 ZIPs Tested}},
  year   = {2026},
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