Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Cedar Rapids, IA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
14 ZIP codes · 1,078 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Cedar Rapids, IA. We analyzed 14 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (59/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 12 | 86% |
| D | 2 | 14% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Cedar Rapids ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 52406 | 65 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 2 | 52408 | 65 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 3 | 52411 | 65 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 4 | 52402 | 60 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 5 | 52407 | 60 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 6 | 52409 | 60 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 7 | 52410 | 60 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 8 | 52497 | 60 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 9 | 52498 | 60 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 10 | 52499 | 60 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 11 | 52401 | 55 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 12 | 52403 | 55 | C | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 13 | 52404 | 50 | D | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 14 | 52405 | 50 | D | 77 | 0.0016 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 3 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 11 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 1,078 total violations across Cedar Rapids
- 28 health-based violations
- 14 of 14 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | 336 | 14 |
| Copper | 168 | 14 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 112 | 14 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 98 | 14 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 42 | 14 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Cedar Rapids?
ZIP code 52406 has the highest safety score in Cedar Rapids at 65/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Cedar Rapids water safe to drink?
Cedar Rapids has an average water safety score of 59/100 (C). 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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