Neighborhood Report
Grade F
Lead Exceeds EPA Limit in 29 Areas — Peoria, IL
29 ZIP codes · 232 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Peoria, IL. We analyzed 29 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade F (28/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 29 | 100% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Peoria ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 61601 | 37 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 2 | 61605 | 37 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 3 | 61606 | 37 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 4 | 61612 | 37 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 5 | 61613 | 37 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 6 | 61650 | 37 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 7 | 61652 | 37 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 8 | 61653 | 37 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 9 | 61655 | 37 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 10 | 61602 | 32 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 11 | 61603 | 32 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 12 | 61607 | 32 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 13 | 61625 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 14 | 61629 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 15 | 61630 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 16 | 61633 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 17 | 61634 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 18 | 61636 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 19 | 61637 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 20 | 61638 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 21 | 61639 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 22 | 61641 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 23 | 61643 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 24 | 61651 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 25 | 61654 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 26 | 61656 | 23 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 27 | 61604 | 22 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 28 | 61614 | 22 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 29 | 61615 | 22 | F | 8 | Exceeds EPA limit |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 6 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 23 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 232 total violations across Peoria
- 58 health-based violations
- 29 of 29 ZIP codes have violations
- 29 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 174 | 29 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 58 | 29 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Peoria?
ZIP code 61601 has the highest safety score in Peoria at 37/100 (grade F). Check the full report for details.
Is Peoria water safe to drink?
Peoria has an average water safety score of 28/100 (F). Water quality varies by neighborhood — 29 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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