Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Boise, ID Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
32 ZIP codes · 544 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Boise, ID. We analyzed 32 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (71/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 29 | 91% |
| C | 3 | 9% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Boise ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 83703 | 74 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 2 | 83709 | 74 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 3 | 83712 | 74 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 4 | 83701 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 5 | 83704 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 6 | 83705 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 7 | 83707 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 8 | 83708 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 9 | 83711 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 10 | 83713 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 11 | 83715 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 12 | 83717 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 13 | 83719 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 14 | 83720 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 15 | 83721 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 16 | 83722 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 17 | 83724 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 18 | 83725 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 19 | 83726 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 20 | 83727 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 21 | 83728 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 22 | 83729 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 23 | 83730 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 24 | 83731 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 25 | 83732 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 26 | 83735 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 27 | 83756 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 28 | 83757 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 29 | 83799 | 72 | B | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 30 | 83702 | 69 | C | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 31 | 83706 | 69 | C | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 32 | 83716 | 55 | C | 17 | 0.0020 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 30 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 2 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 544 total violations across Boise
- 96 health-based violations
- 32 of 32 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Combined Radium | 160 | 32 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 64 | 32 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 64 | 32 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 64 | 32 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 64 | 32 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Boise?
ZIP code 83703 has the highest safety score in Boise at 74/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Boise water safe to drink?
Boise has an average water safety score of 71/100 (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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