Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Tehachapi, CA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
2 ZIP codes · 10 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Tehachapi, CA. We analyzed 2 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (74/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 2 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Tehachapi ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 93561 | 75 | B | 5 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 2 | 93581 | 73 | B | 5 | 0.0020 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
EPA Violations
- 10 total violations across Tehachapi
- 4 health-based violations
- 2 of 2 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 8 | 2 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 2 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Tehachapi?
ZIP code 93561 has the highest safety score in Tehachapi at 75/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Tehachapi water safe to drink?
Tehachapi has an average water safety score of 74/100 (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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