Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Sarasota, FL Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
18 ZIP codes · 144 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Sarasota, FL. We analyzed 18 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (83/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 7 | 39% |
| B | 11 | 61% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Sarasota ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34260 | 95 | A | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 2 | 34276 | 95 | A | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 3 | 34277 | 95 | A | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 4 | 34278 | 92 | A | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 5 | 34230 | 87 | A | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 6 | 34233 | 87 | A | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 7 | 34235 | 87 | A | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 8 | 34234 | 82 | B | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 9 | 34238 | 82 | B | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 10 | 34240 | 82 | B | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 11 | 34241 | 82 | B | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 12 | 34231 | 77 | B | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 13 | 34232 | 77 | B | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 14 | 34237 | 77 | B | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 15 | 34239 | 77 | B | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 16 | 34243 | 77 | B | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 17 | 34236 | 72 | B | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 18 | 34242 | 72 | B | 8 | 0.0005 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 11 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 7 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 144 total violations across Sarasota
- 54 health-based violations
- 18 of 18 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 1009 | 36 | 18 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 36 | 18 |
| Total Coliform | 18 | 18 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 18 | 18 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 18 | 18 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Sarasota?
ZIP code 34260 has the highest safety score in Sarasota at 95/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Sarasota water safe to drink?
Sarasota has an average water safety score of 83/100 (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
Updated daily.