Neighborhood Report
Grade F
Lead Exceeds EPA Limit in 10 Areas — Aurora, IL
10 ZIP codes · 70 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Aurora, IL. We analyzed 10 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade F (37/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 5 | 50% |
| F | 5 | 50% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Aurora ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 60503 | 53 | D | 7 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 2 | 60569 | 45 | D | 7 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 3 | 60598 | 45 | D | 7 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 4 | 60504 | 40 | D | 7 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 5 | 60507 | 40 | D | 7 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 6 | 60502 | 35 | F | 7 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 7 | 60506 | 30 | F | 7 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 8 | 60568 | 28 | F | 7 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 9 | 60572 | 28 | F | 7 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 10 | 60505 | 25 | F | 7 | Exceeds EPA limit |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 10 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 70 total violations across Aurora
- 0 health-based violations
- 10 of 10 ZIP codes have violations
- 10 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Atrazine | 20 | 10 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 20 | 10 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 20 | 10 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | 10 | 10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Aurora?
ZIP code 60503 has the highest safety score in Aurora at 53/100 (grade D). Check the full report for details.
Is Aurora water safe to drink?
Aurora has an average water safety score of 37/100 (F). Water quality varies by neighborhood — 10 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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