Champaign, IL Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
6 ZIP codes · 12 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Champaign, IL. We analyzed 6 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (62/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 6 | 100% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Champaign ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 61822 | 66 | C | 2 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 2 | 61824 | 62 | C | 2 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 3 | 61825 | 62 | C | 2 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 4 | 61826 | 62 | C | 2 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 5 | 61821 | 61 | C | 2 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 6 | 61820 | 56 | C | 2 | 0.0020 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 5 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 12 total violations across Champaign
- 0 health-based violations
- 6 of 6 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 6 | 6 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 6 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Champaign?
ZIP code 61822 has the highest safety score in Champaign at 66/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Champaign water safe to drink?
Champaign has an average water safety score of 62/100 (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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