Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Monterey, CA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
4 ZIP codes · 48 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Monterey, CA. We analyzed 4 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (72/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 4 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Monterey ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 93942 | 73 | B | 12 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 2 | 93943 | 73 | B | 12 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 3 | 93944 | 73 | B | 12 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 4 | 93940 | 70 | B | 12 | 0.0024 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 3 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 48 total violations across Monterey
- 8 health-based violations
- 4 of 4 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 28 | 4 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 8 | 4 |
| Contaminant 1012 | 4 | 4 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 4 | 4 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 4 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Monterey?
ZIP code 93942 has the highest safety score in Monterey at 73/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Monterey water safe to drink?
Monterey has an average water safety score of 72/100 (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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