Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Bakersfield, CA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
24 ZIP codes · 120 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Bakersfield, CA. We analyzed 24 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (75/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 24 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Bakersfield ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 93304 | 76 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 2 | 93305 | 76 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 3 | 93306 | 76 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 4 | 93308 | 76 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 5 | 93309 | 76 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 6 | 93311 | 76 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 7 | 93312 | 76 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 8 | 93314 | 76 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 9 | 93389 | 76 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 10 | 93302 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 11 | 93303 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 12 | 93313 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 13 | 93380 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 14 | 93381 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 15 | 93382 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 16 | 93383 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 17 | 93384 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 18 | 93385 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 19 | 93386 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 20 | 93387 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 21 | 93388 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 22 | 93390 | 74 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 23 | 93301 | 71 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
| 24 | 93307 | 71 | B | 5 | 0.0013 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 24 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 120 total violations across Bakersfield
- 96 health-based violations
- 24 of 24 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 48 | 24 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 48 | 24 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 24 | 24 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Bakersfield?
ZIP code 93304 has the highest safety score in Bakersfield at 76/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Bakersfield water safe to drink?
Bakersfield has an average water safety score of 75/100 (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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