Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Tuscaloosa, AL Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
10 ZIP codes · 40 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Tuscaloosa, AL. We analyzed 10 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (80/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | 10% |
| B | 9 | 90% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Tuscaloosa ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35403 | 93 | A | 4 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 2 | 35402 | 81 | B | 4 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 3 | 35406 | 81 | B | 4 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 4 | 35407 | 81 | B | 4 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 5 | 35485 | 81 | B | 4 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 6 | 35486 | 81 | B | 4 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 7 | 35487 | 81 | B | 4 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 8 | 35404 | 76 | B | 4 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 9 | 35401 | 71 | B | 4 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 10 | 35405 | 71 | B | 4 | 0.0050 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 8 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 2 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 40 total violations across Tuscaloosa
- 20 health-based violations
- 10 of 10 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 30 | 10 |
| Fecal Coliform | 10 | 10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Tuscaloosa?
ZIP code 35403 has the highest safety score in Tuscaloosa at 93/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Tuscaloosa water safe to drink?
Tuscaloosa has an average water safety score of 80/100 (B). Water quality varies by neighborhood — no ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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