Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Macon, GA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
21 ZIP codes · 420 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Macon, GA. We analyzed 21 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (81/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 21 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Macon ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31202 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 2 | 31203 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 3 | 31205 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 4 | 31207 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 5 | 31208 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 6 | 31212 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 7 | 31213 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 8 | 31221 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 9 | 31294 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 10 | 31295 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 11 | 31296 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 12 | 31297 | 83 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 13 | 31201 | 81 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 14 | 31209 | 81 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 15 | 31216 | 81 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 16 | 31217 | 81 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 17 | 31204 | 76 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 18 | 31206 | 76 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 19 | 31211 | 76 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 20 | 31220 | 76 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 21 | 31210 | 71 | B | 20 | 0.0014 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 16 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 5 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 420 total violations across Macon
- 0 health-based violations
- 21 of 21 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 168 | 21 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 147 | 21 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 42 | 21 |
| Arsenic | 21 | 21 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 21 | 21 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Macon?
ZIP code 31202 has the highest safety score in Macon at 83/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Macon water safe to drink?
Macon has an average water safety score of 81/100 (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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