COUNTY REPORT PA

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania

85 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Philadelphia County: B.

This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.

In current tracking cycles, Philadelphia County - spanning 85 ZIP codes - records above-average water quality outcomes; the county's compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards.

How Philadelphia County Compares

Philadelphia County79/100
Pennsylvania avg57/100
National avg73/100

How Philadelphia County Compares

B
County Grade
79/100
Avg Safety Score
85
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems

Philadelphia County scores 22 points above the Pennsylvania state average (57/100) and 6 points above the national average (73/100).

Data: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score model 4.0.0; EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5, EPA radon zones, EPA AirData Last verified:

B
County Grade
79
Avg Safety Score
85
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 19102 (82/100)
Lowest ZIP: 19153 (72/100)
$268K
Median Home Value
$1,892
Avg Remediation (71% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $4,745, driven primarily by sea_level

Infrastructure Overview

44/100
Infrastructure Stress Indicator
55%
ZIPs with High Infrastructure Stress

Modeled area-level indicator, not a failure probability. Sources: Census ACS housing age, EPA DWINS infrastructure needs, EPA SDWIS violations, and EPA lead indicators.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $4,745

Sea Level Rise $3,000/yr
Flood $910/yr
Energy Code Gap $534/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Water Safety Affordability

How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Philadelphia County

$268K
Median Home Value
$1,892
Est. Remediation Cost
0.7%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Philadelphia County, representing a small fraction of property value.

Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.

Water systems serving Philadelphia County

3 community water systems serving Philadelphia County.

Systems with the most violations in Philadelphia County

3 water systems with recorded EPA violations.

Environmental Justice Indicator

Philadelphia County scores in the 75th percentile on the EPA EJScreen composite index, indicating elevated environmental burden relative to the national average. Approximately 61% of residents live in areas classified as disadvantaged communities. EJScreen measures cumulative environmental and demographic factors including air quality, proximity to hazardous sites, and socioeconomic vulnerability. Learn more at EPA.gov

All ZIP Codes in Philadelphia County

85 ZIP codes tracked in Philadelphia County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 19102 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $412K
2 19103 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $552K
3 19104 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $268K
4 19106 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $529K
5 19107 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $453K
6 19114 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $276K
7 19119 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $327K
8 19121 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $250K
9 19122 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $341K
10 19123 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $545K
11 19124 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $155K
12 19125 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $374K
13 19127 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $299K
14 19129 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $297K
15 19130 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $484K
16 19132 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $73K
17 19133 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $85K
18 19134 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $128K
19 19135 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $183K
20 19136 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $215K
21 19137 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $213K
22 19139 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $119K
23 19140 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $101K
24 19141 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $143K
25 19142 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $110K
26 19143 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $152K
27 19144 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $225K
28 19145 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $290K
29 19146 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $452K
30 19147 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $525K
31 19148 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $297K
32 19149 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $198K
33 19152 Philadelphia 82 B 5 $270K
34 19154 Philadelphia 81 B 7 $274K
35 19111 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $244K
36 19115 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $331K
37 19116 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $321K
38 19118 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $688K
39 19120 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $144K
40 19126 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $214K
41 19128 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $331K
42 19131 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $164K
43 19138 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $167K
44 19150 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $225K
45 19151 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $181K
46 19153 Philadelphia 72 B 35 (1 health) $199K
47 19019 Philadelphia
48 19092 Philadelphia
49 19093 Philadelphia
50 19099 Philadelphia
51 19101 Philadelphia
52 19108 Philadelphia 5 $363K
53 19109 Philadelphia 5
54 19110 Philadelphia
55 19112 Philadelphia
56 19155 Philadelphia
57 19160 Philadelphia
58 19161 Philadelphia
59 19162 Philadelphia
60 19170 Philadelphia
61 19171 Philadelphia
62 19172 Philadelphia
63 19173 Philadelphia
64 19175 Philadelphia
65 19176 Philadelphia
66 19177 Philadelphia
67 19178 Philadelphia
68 19179 Philadelphia
69 19181 Philadelphia
70 19182 Philadelphia
71 19183 Philadelphia
72 19184 Philadelphia
73 19185 Philadelphia
74 19187 Philadelphia
75 19188 Philadelphia
76 19190 Philadelphia
77 19191 Philadelphia
78 19192 Philadelphia
79 19193 Philadelphia
80 19194 Philadelphia
81 19195 Philadelphia
82 19196 Philadelphia
83 19197 Philadelphia
84 19244 Philadelphia
85 19255 Philadelphia

Recommended Buyer Guides for Philadelphia County

Strictly editorial - no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.

Overview

Philadelphia County in Pennsylvania covers 85 tracked ZIP records with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100) across 46 scored records.

48 of 48 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

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Data Sources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Philadelphia County?
Philadelphia County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 85 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Philadelphia County?
Philadelphia County is served by 3 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 85 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Philadelphia County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Philadelphia County is sea_level. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $4,745 per homeowner.
How does Philadelphia County compare to Pennsylvania?
Philadelphia County has an average Home Safety Score of 79/100 under model 4.0.0, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 57/100.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Philadelphia County, PA: HSS 79/100; 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/county/pennsylvania/philadelphia/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Philadelphia County, PA: HSS 79/100; 1 Health Violation}},
  year   = {2026},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/county/pennsylvania/philadelphia/}
}

Page version: August 2026.

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