Bakersfield, CA Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade B
24 ZIP codes · 120 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 24 ZIP codes across Bakersfield, CA. The area averages a grade B (75/100); 24 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
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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