Rockford, IL Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade F
14 ZIP codes · 154 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Rockford, IL. We analyzed 14 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 | 2 | 14% |
| F | 12 | 86% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Rockford ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 61105 | 43 | D | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 2 | 61110 | 43 | D | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 3 | 61101 | 38 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 4 | 61114 | 38 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 5 | 61102 | 33 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 6 | 61103 | 33 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 7 | 61107 | 33 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 8 | 61108 | 33 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 9 | 61109 | 33 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 10 | 61106 | 31 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 11 | 61112 | 31 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 12 | 61125 | 31 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 13 | 61126 | 31 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
| 14 | 61104 | 28 | F | 11 | 0.0140 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 14 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 154 total violations across Rockford
- 14 health-based violations
- 14 of 14 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | 42 | 14 |
| Lead | 28 | 14 |
| PFNA | 14 | 14 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 14 | 14 |
| Gross Beta | 14 | 14 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Rockford?
ZIP code 61105 has the highest safety score in Rockford at 43/100 (grade D). Check the full report for details.
Is Rockford water safe to drink?
Rockford has an average water safety score of 34/100 (F). 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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