Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Okeechobee, FL Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
3 ZIP codes · 306 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Okeechobee, FL. We analyzed 3 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (88/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | 33% |
| B | 2 | 67% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Okeechobee ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34973 | 97 | A | 102 | 0.0054 mg/L |
| 2 | 34972 | 83 | B | 102 | 0.0054 mg/L |
| 3 | 34974 | 83 | B | 102 | 0.0054 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 1 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 2 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 306 total violations across Okeechobee
- 3 health-based violations
- 3 of 3 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 123 | 3 |
| Total Coliform | 114 | 3 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 18 | 3 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 15 | 3 |
| Lead | 12 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Okeechobee?
ZIP code 34973 has the highest safety score in Okeechobee at 97/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Okeechobee water safe to drink?
Okeechobee has an average water safety score of 88/100 (A). 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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