Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Ocala, FL Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
14 ZIP codes · 574 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Ocala, FL. We analyzed 14 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (67/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 6 | 43% |
| C | 8 | 57% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Ocala ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34474 | 70 | B | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 2 | 34476 | 70 | B | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 3 | 34478 | 70 | B | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 4 | 34479 | 70 | B | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 5 | 34480 | 70 | B | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 6 | 34481 | 70 | B | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 7 | 34472 | 67 | C | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 8 | 34473 | 67 | C | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 9 | 34477 | 67 | C | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 10 | 34483 | 67 | C | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 11 | 34470 | 65 | C | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 12 | 34475 | 65 | C | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 13 | 34482 | 65 | C | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
| 14 | 34471 | 60 | C | 41 | 0.0007 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 6 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 8 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 574 total violations across Ocala
- 56 health-based violations
- 14 of 14 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 252 | 14 |
| Total Coliform | 112 | 14 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 84 | 14 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 70 | 14 |
| Lead | 56 | 14 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Ocala?
ZIP code 34474 has the highest safety score in Ocala at 70/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Ocala water safe to drink?
Ocala has an average water safety score of 67/100 (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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