Macon, GA Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade B
21 ZIP codes · 420 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 21 ZIP codes across Macon, GA. The area averages a grade B (81/100); 21 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
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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