Tuscaloosa, AL Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade B
10 ZIP codes · 40 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 10 ZIP codes across Tuscaloosa, AL. The area averages a grade B (80/100); 10 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
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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