Denver, CO Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
69 ZIP codes · 207 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Denver, CO. We analyzed 69 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (66/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 69 | 100% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Denver ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 80201 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 2 | 80202 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 3 | 80203 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 4 | 80205 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 5 | 80206 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 6 | 80207 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 7 | 80211 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 8 | 80212 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 9 | 80217 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 10 | 80218 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 11 | 80227 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 12 | 80228 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 13 | 80231 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 14 | 80232 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 15 | 80233 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 16 | 80234 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 17 | 80236 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 18 | 80237 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 19 | 80238 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 20 | 80239 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 21 | 80246 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 22 | 80249 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 23 | 80260 | 69 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 24 | 80208 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 25 | 80225 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 26 | 80230 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 27 | 80235 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 28 | 80243 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 29 | 80244 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 30 | 80247 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 31 | 80248 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 32 | 80250 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 33 | 80251 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 34 | 80252 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 35 | 80256 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 36 | 80257 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 37 | 80259 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 38 | 80261 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 39 | 80262 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 40 | 80263 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 41 | 80264 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 42 | 80265 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 43 | 80266 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 44 | 80271 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 45 | 80273 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 46 | 80274 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 47 | 80279 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 48 | 80280 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 49 | 80281 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 50 | 80290 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 51 | 80291 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 52 | 80293 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 53 | 80294 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 54 | 80295 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 55 | 80299 | 65 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 56 | 80204 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 57 | 80209 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 58 | 80210 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 59 | 80215 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 60 | 80216 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 61 | 80219 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 62 | 80220 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 63 | 80221 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 64 | 80222 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 65 | 80223 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 66 | 80224 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 67 | 80226 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 68 | 80229 | 64 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
| 69 | 80214 | 59 | C | 3 | 0.0039 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 30 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 39 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 207 total violations across Denver
- 0 health-based violations
- 69 of 69 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Fecal Coliform | 138 | 69 |
| Combined Radium | 69 | 69 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Denver?
ZIP code 80201 has the highest safety score in Denver at 69/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Denver water safe to drink?
Denver has an average water safety score of 66/100 (C). 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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