Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Lake Wales, FL Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
3 ZIP codes · 261 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Lake Wales, FL. We analyzed 3 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (68/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 2 | 67% |
| C | 1 | 33% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Lake Wales ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33853 | 70 | B | 87 | 0.0009 mg/L |
| 2 | 33859 | 70 | B | 87 | 0.0009 mg/L |
| 3 | 33898 | 65 | C | 87 | 0.0009 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 2 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 261 total violations across Lake Wales
- 6 health-based violations
- 3 of 3 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Total Coliform | 117 | 3 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 114 | 3 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 15 | 3 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 12 | 3 |
| Lead | 3 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Lake Wales?
ZIP code 33853 has the highest safety score in Lake Wales at 70/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Lake Wales water safe to drink?
Lake Wales has an average water safety score of 68/100 (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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