Neighborhood Report
Grade F
Lead Exceeds EPA Limit in 4 Areas — Elgin, IL
4 ZIP codes · 56 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Elgin, IL. We analyzed 4 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade F (34/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 1 | 25% |
| F | 3 | 75% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Elgin ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 60124 | 41 | D | 14 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 2 | 60123 | 36 | F | 14 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 3 | 60120 | 31 | F | 14 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 4 | 60121 | 28 | F | 14 | Exceeds EPA limit |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 4 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 56 total violations across Elgin
- 4 health-based violations
- 4 of 4 ZIP codes have violations
- 4 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 12 | 4 |
| Chlorite | 8 | 4 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 8 | 4 |
| Contaminant 2031 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 4 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Elgin?
ZIP code 60124 has the highest safety score in Elgin at 41/100 (grade D). Check the full report for details.
Is Elgin water safe to drink?
Elgin has an average water safety score of 34/100 (F). Water quality varies by neighborhood — 4 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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