Gainesville, FL Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade B
18 ZIP codes · 180 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 18 ZIP codes across Gainesville, FL. The area averages a grade B (76/100); 18 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Water quality varies significantly across Gainesville, FL. We analyzed 18 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (76/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 18 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Gainesville ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32602 | 79 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 2 | 32604 | 79 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 3 | 32627 | 79 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 4 | 32603 | 78 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 5 | 32610 | 78 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 6 | 32611 | 78 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 7 | 32612 | 78 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 8 | 32613 | 78 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 9 | 32614 | 78 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 10 | 32635 | 78 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 11 | 32601 | 74 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 12 | 32605 | 74 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 13 | 32606 | 74 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 14 | 32607 | 74 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 15 | 32608 | 74 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 16 | 32609 | 74 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 17 | 32641 | 74 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 18 | 32653 | 74 | B | 10 | 0.0010 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 18 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 180 total violations across Gainesville
- 18 health-based violations
- 18 of 18 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Lead | 36 | 18 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 36 | 18 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 36 | 18 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 36 | 18 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 18 | 18 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Gainesville?
ZIP code 32602 has the highest safety score in Gainesville at 79/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Gainesville water safe to drink?
Gainesville has an average water safety score of 76/100 (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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