Sarasota, FL Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade B
18 ZIP codes · 144 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 18 ZIP codes across Sarasota, FL. The area averages a grade B (83/100); 18 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
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
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