Neighborhood Report
Grade D
Santa Cruz, CA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade D
6 ZIP codes · 54 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Santa Cruz, CA. We analyzed 6 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade D (52/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 1 | 17% |
| D | 5 | 83% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Santa Cruz ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 95061 | 58 | C | 9 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 2 | 95062 | 53 | D | 9 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 3 | 95065 | 53 | D | 9 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 4 | 95063 | 50 | D | 9 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 5 | 95064 | 50 | D | 9 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 6 | 95060 | 48 | D | 9 | 0.0010 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 6 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 54 total violations across Santa Cruz
- 48 health-based violations
- 6 of 6 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Lead | 36 | 6 |
| Combined Radium | 18 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Santa Cruz?
ZIP code 95061 has the highest safety score in Santa Cruz at 58/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Santa Cruz water safe to drink?
Santa Cruz has an average water safety score of 52/100 (D). 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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