Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Arcata, CA Neighborhood Water Quality — Clean Compliance
2 ZIP codes · 0 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Arcata, CA. We analyzed 2 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (95/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 2 | 100% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Arcata ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 95518 | 99 | A | 0 | 0.0021 mg/L |
| 2 | 95521 | 90 | A | 0 | 0.0021 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 2 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Arcata?
ZIP code 95518 has the highest safety score in Arcata at 99/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Arcata water safe to drink?
Arcata has an average water safety score of 95/100 (A). 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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