Scottsdale, AZ Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
15 ZIP codes · 315 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Scottsdale, AZ. We analyzed 15 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (79/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 15 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Scottsdale ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 85252 | 82 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 2 | 85256 | 82 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 3 | 85259 | 82 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 4 | 85261 | 82 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 5 | 85262 | 82 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 6 | 85267 | 82 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 7 | 85271 | 82 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 8 | 85250 | 77 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 9 | 85254 | 77 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 10 | 85257 | 77 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 11 | 85258 | 77 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 12 | 85260 | 77 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 13 | 85266 | 77 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 14 | 85251 | 72 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
| 15 | 85255 | 72 | B | 21 | 0.0023 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 15 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 315 total violations across Scottsdale
- 15 health-based violations
- 15 of 15 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 120 | 15 |
| Chlorite | 75 | 15 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | 45 | 15 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 30 | 15 |
| Barium | 15 | 15 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Scottsdale?
ZIP code 85252 has the highest safety score in Scottsdale at 82/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Scottsdale water safe to drink?
Scottsdale has an average water safety score of 79/100 (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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