Seattle Metro Area Home Safety Report
342 ZIP codes · 5,006,317 residents · 349 water systems
Data source: EPA SDWIS, U.S. Census Bureau, FEMA NFIP Last verified: 2026-06-03
Grade Distribution
The Seattle metropolitan area spans Washington and includes 342 ZIP codes served by 349 community water systems. We analyzed EPA compliance records, lead testing data, housing age, flood insurance claims, and radon risk for every ZIP in the metro to produce this report.
Metro-Wide Safety Score: A (87/100)
The Home Safety Score combines water quality, lead risk, radon exposure, and flood risk into a single 0-100 rating.
Grade Distribution
| Grade | ZIP Codes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| A | 232 | 68% |
| B | 70 | 21% |
| C | 37 | 11% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
89% of ZIP codes in the Seattle metro earned an A or B — above-average safety conditions for homebuyers.
Safest Neighborhoods (Top 10 ZIPs)
| Rank | ZIP Code | City | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 98035 | Kent | 99 | A |
| 2 | 98064 | Kent | 99 | A |
| 3 | 98089 | Kent | 99 | A |
| 4 | 98111 | Seattle | 99 | A |
| 5 | 98113 | Seattle | 99 | A |
| 6 | 98114 | Seattle | 99 | A |
| 7 | 98124 | Seattle | 99 | A |
| 8 | 98127 | Seattle | 99 | A |
| 9 | 98129 | Seattle | 99 | A |
| 10 | 98131 | Seattle | 99 | A |
The safest ZIP code is 98035 in Kent with a score of 99/100. These areas typically have newer infrastructure, fewer EPA violations, and lower environmental risk factors.
Highest-Risk Neighborhoods (Bottom 10 ZIPs)
| Rank | ZIP Code | City | Score | Grade | Key Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 98251 | Gold Bar | 60 | C | — |
| 2 | 98047 | Pacific | 60 | C | — |
| 3 | 98237 | Concrete | 62 | C | 1 violation(s) |
| 4 | 98391 | Bonney Lake | 65 | C | — |
| 5 | 98346 | Kingston | 65 | C | — |
| 6 | 98340 | Hansville | 65 | C | — |
| 7 | 98320 | Brinnon | 65 | C | — |
| 8 | 98287 | Silvana | 65 | C | — |
| 9 | 98235 | Clearlake | 65 | C | — |
| 10 | 98438 | Mcchord Afb | 66 | C | — |
If you are considering a home in these ZIP codes, we recommend requesting a water quality test, checking for lead service lines, and reviewing the full ZIP report before making an offer.
Most Common Contaminant Violations
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 253 | 168 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 110 | 73 |
| Lead | Inorganic | 95 | 80 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 88 | 44 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 68 | 38 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 28 | 21 |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 22 | 16 |
| Barium | Inorganic | 14 | 12 |
| Total Organic Carbon | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 3 |
| Contaminant 2959 | Other | 5 | 2 |
1 of the top contaminants are health-based violations, meaning measured levels exceeded EPA Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs).
Lead Risk Overview
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0025 mg/L (below EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
- 13% of housing built before 1950 (highest lead paint risk)
- 20% of housing built before 1970 (lead solder in plumbing)
- 52% of housing built before 1986 (potential lead pipes)
With over half of homes built before 1986, lead plumbing components are common. Running cold water for 30 seconds before drinking can reduce lead exposure from older pipes.
Flood Risk
- 9,742 FEMA flood insurance claims filed
- 232 ZIP codes with flood claims (68% of metro)
- $21,035 average payout per claim
- $204,920,167 total payouts
Water System Comparison
The Seattle metro is served by 349 community water systems, drawing from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Major water systems include:
- Acme Water District No 18
- Agate Bay Mhp
- Alderwood Water District
- Aleck Bay Park Water System
- Alpine Mobile Manor
- Ames Lake Water Assoc Inc.
- ASHFORD WATER DISTRICT
- Bayview Beach Water District
- Belfern Water Association
- Big Bend Landowners Association
- ...and 339 more systems
Water quality can vary significantly between systems. Always check the ZIP-level report for your specific address.
Radon Risk
| Zone | Risk Level | ZIP Codes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | High | 0 | 0% |
| Zone 2 | Moderate | 1 | 0% |
| Zone 3 | Low | 338 | 99% |
Is Seattle Safe for Homebuyers?
Positive indicators: above-average metro safety score (A); majority of ZIP codes rated A or B; no ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level.
Areas of concern: 44 health-based EPA violations on record.
Safety conditions vary widely within the metro. A ZIP code with an A grade may be just a few miles from one rated F. Always check your specific ZIP code before making a purchase decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water quality safety grade for the Seattle metro area?
The Seattle metro area has an average Home Safety Score of 87/100 (grade A). This score is based on EPA violation records, lead testing data, radon risk, and flood exposure across 342 ZIP codes.
How many EPA water violations are in the Seattle area?
There are 698 total EPA violations across the Seattle metro, with 44 being health-based violations. 247 out of 342 ZIP codes (72%) have at least one recorded violation.
Is the tap water safe to drink in Seattle?
Water safety varies by ZIP code and water system. No ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead action levels. The average lead level is 0.0025 mg/L (EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L). Check your specific ZIP code for a detailed report.
What percentage of homes in Seattle have lead risk?
Approximately 52% of housing in the Seattle metro was built before 1986, when lead pipes were still legal. 13% was built before 1950, the highest-risk category for lead paint. Homes in older neighborhoods should be tested for lead in both water and paint.
What is the flood risk in the Seattle metro?
The Seattle metro has recorded 9,742 FEMA flood insurance claims across 232 ZIP codes, with an average payout of $21,035 per claim. Check the FEMA flood map for your specific property.
Cities in the Seattle Metro
- Seattle, WA — 62 ZIP codes
- Tacoma, WA — 38 ZIP codes
- Everett, WA — 8 ZIP codes
- Bellevue, WA — 7 ZIP codes
- Kent, WA — 7 ZIP codes
- Lakewood, WA — 6 ZIP codes
- Renton, WA — 5 ZIP codes
- Bellingham, WA — 5 ZIP codes
- Bremerton, WA — 5 ZIP codes
- Puyallup, WA — 5 ZIP codes
- Auburn, WA — 4 ZIP codes
- Federal Way, WA — 4 ZIP codes
- Bothell, WA — 4 ZIP codes
- Lynnwood, WA — 4 ZIP codes
- Kirkland, WA — 3 ZIP codes
- Redmond, WA — 3 ZIP codes
- Snohomish, WA — 3 ZIP codes
- Gig Harbor, WA — 3 ZIP codes
- Edmonds, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Issaquah, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Woodinville, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Sammamish, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Blaine, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Marysville, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Mount Vernon, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Oak Harbor, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Silverdale, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Sumner, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Port Angeles, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Port Orchard, WA — 2 ZIP codes
- Black Diamond, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Burton, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Carnation, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Duvall, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Enumclaw, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Fall City, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Hobart, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Kenmore, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Maple Valley, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Medina, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Mercer Island, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Mountlake Terrace, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- North Bend, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Pacific, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Preston, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Ravensdale, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Rollingbay, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Seahurst, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Snoqualmie, WA — 1 ZIP codes
- Snoqualmie Pass, WA — 1 ZIP codes
...and 119 more cities. Browse all via city directory.
All 342 ZIP Codes
View all ZIP codes in the Seattle metro
- 98000
- 98001 Auburn [B] — 4 violations
- 98002 Auburn [B] — 4 violations
- 98003 Federal Way [A] — 3 violations
- 98004 Bellevue [B]
- 98005 Bellevue [A]
- 98006 Bellevue [B]
- 98007 Bellevue [B]
- 98008 Bellevue [B]
- 98009 Bellevue [A]
- 98010 Black Diamond [A]
- 98011 Bothell [B] — 4 violations
- 98012 Bothell [B] — 4 violations
- 98013 Burton [B]
- 98014 Carnation [B] — 6 violations
- 98015 Bellevue [A]
- 98018
- 98019 Duvall [B] — 1 violation
- 98020 Edmonds [A] — 1 violation
- 98021 Bothell [B] — 4 violations
- 98022 Enumclaw [A] — 1 violation
- 98023 Federal Way [A] — 3 violations
- 98024 Fall City [A]
- 98025 Hobart [C]
- 98026 Edmonds [A] — 1 violation
- 98027 Issaquah [B] — 4 violations
- 98028 Kenmore [B]
- 98029 Issaquah [A] — 4 violations
- 98030 Kent [A] — 1 violation
- 98031 Kent [A] — 1 violation
- 98032 Kent [A] — 1 violation
- 98033 Kirkland [A] — 2 violations
- 98034 Kirkland [A] — 2 violations
- 98035 Kent [A] — 1 violation
- 98036 Lynnwood [B] — 3 violations
- 98037 Lynnwood [B] — 3 violations
- 98038 Maple Valley [B] — 4 violations
- 98039 Medina [B]
- 98040 Mercer Island [A]
- 98041 Bothell [A] — 4 violations
- 98042 Kent [A] — 1 violation
- 98043 Mountlake Terrace [A] — 2 violations
- 98045 North Bend [B] — 4 violations
- 98046 Lynnwood [B] — 3 violations
- 98047 Pacific [C]
- 98050 Preston [B]
- 98051 Ravensdale [A] — 2 violations
- 98052 Redmond [A] — 2 violations
- 98053 Redmond [A] — 2 violations
- 98055 Renton [A] — 2 violations
- 98056 Renton [A] — 2 violations
- 98057 Renton [A] — 2 violations
- 98058 Renton [B] — 2 violations
- 98059 Renton [A] — 2 violations
- 98061 Rollingbay [C]
- 98062 Seahurst [C]
- 98063 Federal Way [A] — 3 violations
- 98064 Kent [A] — 1 violation
- 98065 Snoqualmie [B] — 3 violations
- 98068 Snoqualmie Pass [B] — 1 violation
- 98070 Vashon [A] — 4 violations
- 98071 Auburn [A] — 4 violations
- 98072 Woodinville [A] — 3 violations
- 98073 Redmond [A] — 2 violations
- 98074 Sammamish [A] — 4 violations
- 98075 Sammamish [A] — 4 violations
- 98077 Woodinville [A] — 3 violations
- 98082 Mill Creek [C]
- 98083 Kirkland [A] — 2 violations
- 98087 Lynnwood [B] — 3 violations
- 98089 Kent [A] — 1 violation
- 98092 Auburn [B] — 4 violations
- 98093 Federal Way [A] — 3 violations
- 98101 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98102 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98103 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98104 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98105 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98106 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98107 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98108 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98109 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98110 Bainbridge Island [A]
- 98111 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98112 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98113 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98114 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98115 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98116 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98117 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98118 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98119 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98121 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98122 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98124 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98125 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98126 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98127 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98129 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98131 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98132 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98133 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98134 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98136 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98138 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98139 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98141 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98144 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98145 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98146 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98148 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98154 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98155 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98158 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98160 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98161 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98164 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98165 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98166 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98168 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98170 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98171 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98174 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98175 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98177 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98178 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98181 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98185 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98188 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98189 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98190 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98191 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98194 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98195 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98198 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98199 Seattle [A] — 1 violation
- 98201 Everett [B] — 8 violations
- 98203 Everett [A] — 8 violations
- 98204 Everett [A] — 8 violations
- 98205 Everett [A] — 8 violations
- 98206 Everett [A] — 8 violations
- 98207 Everett [A] — 8 violations
- 98208 Everett [B] — 8 violations
- 98213 Everett [A] — 8 violations
- 98220 Acme [A] — 2 violations
- 98221 Anacortes [A] — 1 violation
- 98222 Blakely Island [B]
- 98223 Arlington [B] — 1 violation
- 98224 Baring [B] — 12 violations
- 98225 Bellingham [A] — 2 violations
- 98226 Bellingham [B] — 2 violations
- 98227 Bellingham [A] — 2 violations
- 98228 Bellingham [A] — 2 violations
- 98229 Bellingham [A] — 2 violations
- 98230 Blaine [A] — 1 violation
- 98231 Blaine [A] — 1 violation
- 98232 Bow [B] — 2 violations
- 98233 Burlington [B]
- 98235 Clearlake [C]
- 98236 Clinton [B] — 1 violation
- 98237 Concrete [C] — 1 violation
- 98238 Conway [B]
- 98239 Coupeville [A] — 6 violations
- 98240 Custer [A] — 7 violations
- 98241 Darrington [A] — 8 violations
- 98243 Deer Harbor [C] — 12 violations
- 98244 Deming [A]
- 98245 Eastsound [A] — 10 violations
- 98247 Everson [B] — 2 violations
- 98248 Ferndale [B] — 5 violations
- 98249 Freeland [A] — 5 violations
- 98250 Friday Harbor [B] — 19 violations
- 98251 Gold Bar [C]
- 98252 Granite Falls [B] — 1 violation
- 98253 Greenbank [A] — 8 violations
- 98255 Hamilton [B]
- 98256 Index [B] — 4 violations
- 98257 La Conner [A] — 2 violations
- 98258 Lake Stevens [B] — 13 violations
- 98259 North Lakewood [C]
- 98260 Langley [B] — 15 violations
- 98261 Lopez Island [A] — 1 violation
- 98262 Lummi Island [A] — 11 violations
- 98263 Lyman [B]
- 98264 Lynden [A] — 4 violations
- 98265
- 98266 Maple Falls [A] — 2 violations
- 98267 Marblemount [B] — 6 violations
- 98270 Marysville [A] — 3 violations
- 98271 Marysville [A] — 3 violations
- 98272 Monroe [C] — 8 violations
- 98273 Mount Vernon [B] — 2 violations
- 98274 Mount Vernon [A] — 2 violations
- 98275 Mukilteo [A]
- 98276 Nooksack [A]
- 98277 Oak Harbor [C] — 19 violations
- 98278 Oak Harbor [B] — 19 violations
- 98279 Olga [C]
- 98280 Orcas [C]
- 98281 Point Roberts [A] — 1 violation
- 98282 Camano Island [A] — 1 violation
- 98283 Rockport [A] — 1 violation
- 98284 Sedro Woolley [B]
- 98286 Shaw Island [C]
- 98287 Silvana [C]
- 98288 Skykomish [A] — 1 violation
- 98290 Snohomish [B] — 4 violations
- 98291 Snohomish [A] — 4 violations
- 98292 Stanwood [B] — 5 violations
- 98293 Startup [A]
- 98294 Sultan [B] — 1 violation
- 98295 Sumas [B]
- 98296 Snohomish [B] — 4 violations
- 98297 Waldron [B]
- 98303 Anderson Island [A]
- 98304 Ashford [A]
- 98305 Beaver [A] — 1 violation
- 98310 Bremerton [A] — 1 violation
- 98311 Bremerton [A] — 1 violation
- 98312 Bremerton [A] — 1 violation
- 98314 Bremerton [A] — 1 violation
- 98315 Silverdale [A]
- 98320 Brinnon [C]
- 98321 Buckley [A] — 4 violations
- 98322 Burley [C]
- 98323 Carbonado [A] — 1 violation
- 98324 Carlsborg [A] — 2 violations
- 98325 Chimacum [A] — 3 violations
- 98326 Clallam Bay [B]
- 98327 Dupont [A] — 1 violation
- 98328 Eatonville [A] — 1 violation
- 98329 Gig Harbor [A]
- 98330 Elbe [A]
- 98331 Forks [A] — 1 violation
- 98332 Gig Harbor [A]
- 98333 Fox Island [A]
- 98335 Gig Harbor [A]
- 98336 Glenoma [C]
- 98337 Bremerton [A] — 1 violation
- 98338 Graham [A] — 1 violation
- 98339 Port Hadlock [B]
- 98340 Hansville [C]
- 98342 Indianola [B]
- 98343 Joyce [A] — 2 violations
- 98344 Kapowsin [C]
- 98345 Keyport [C]
- 98346 Kingston [C]
- 98348 La Grande [C]
- 98349 Lakebay [B]
- 98350 La Push [C]
- 98351 Longbranch [B]
- 98352 Sumner [A] — 1 violation
- 98353 Manchester [A]
- 98354 Milton [A]
- 98355 Mineral [C]
- 98356 Morton [A] — 4 violations
- 98357 Neah Bay [C]
- 98358 Nordland [C]
- 98359 Olalla [B]
- 98360 Orting [B] — 2 violations
- 98361 Packwood [B] — 4 violations
- 98362 Port Angeles [A] — 6 violations
- 98363 Port Angeles [A] — 6 violations
- 98364 Port Gamble [B]
- 98365 Port Ludlow [A] — 6 violations
- 98366 Port Orchard [A] — 2 violations
- 98367 Port Orchard [A] — 2 violations
- 98368 Port Townsend [A] — 2 violations
- 98370 Poulsbo [A] — 2 violations
- 98371 Puyallup [B] — 6 violations
- 98372 Puyallup [A] — 6 violations
- 98373 Puyallup [A] — 6 violations
- 98374 Puyallup [A] — 6 violations
- 98375 Puyallup [A] — 6 violations
- 98376 Quilcene [A] — 4 violations
- 98377 Randle [A]
- 98378 Retsil [C]
- 98380 Seabeck [B]
- 98381 Sekiu [A] — 2 violations
- 98382 Sequim [A] — 5 violations
- 98383 Silverdale [A]
- 98384 South Colby [C]
- 98385 South Prairie [A]
- 98386 Southworth [C]
- 98387 Spanaway [A] — 3 violations
- 98388 Steilacoom [A]
- 98390 Sumner [B] — 1 violation
- 98391 Bonney Lake [C]
- 98392 Suquamish [B]
- 98393 Tracyton [C]
- 98394 Vaughn [B]
- 98395 Wauna [A]
- 98396 Wilkeson [A] — 4 violations
- 98397 Longmire [C]
- 98398 Paradise Inn [C]
- 98401 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98402 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98403 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98404 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98405 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98406 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98407 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98408 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98409 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98411 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98412 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98413 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98415 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98416 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98417 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98418 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98419 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98421 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98422 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98424 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98430 Camp Murray [C]
- 98431 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98433 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98438 Mcchord Afb [C]
- 98439 Lakewood [A]
- 98442 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98443 Tacoma [B] — 2 violations
- 98444 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98445 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98446 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98447 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98448 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98455 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98460 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98464 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98465 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98466 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98467 University Place [A]
- 98471 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98481 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98490 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98492 Lakewood [A]
- 98493 Tacoma [A] — 2 violations
- 98496 Lakewood [A]
- 98497 Lakewood [A]
- 98498 Lakewood [A]
- 98499 Lakewood [A]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Housing age: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey
- Flood risk: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water quality safety grade for the Seattle metro area?
The Seattle metro area has an average Home Safety Score of 87/100 (grade A). This score is based on EPA violation records, lead testing data, radon risk, and flood exposure across 342 ZIP codes.
How many EPA water violations are in the Seattle area?
There are 698 total EPA violations across the Seattle metro, with 44 being health-based violations. 247 out of 342 ZIP codes (72%) have at least one recorded violation.
Is the tap water safe to drink in Seattle?
Water safety varies by ZIP code and water system. No ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead action levels. The average lead level is 0.0025 mg/L (EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L). Check your specific ZIP code for a detailed report.
What percentage of homes in Seattle have lead risk?
Approximately 52% of housing in the Seattle metro was built before 1986, when lead pipes were still legal. 13% was built before 1950, the highest-risk category for lead paint. Homes in older neighborhoods should be tested for lead in both water and paint.
What is the flood risk in the Seattle metro?
The Seattle metro has recorded 9,742 FEMA flood insurance claims across 232 ZIP codes, with an average payout of $21,035 per claim. Check the FEMA flood map for your specific property.