Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Gainesville, FL Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
18 ZIP codes · 180 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
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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