Gary, IN Home Safety by Neighborhood - Water Issues Recorded
8 ZIP codes · 6 EPA violations
Data source: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score registry; EPA SDWIS; EPA radon; EPA AirNow
ZipCheckup compares 8 ZIP codes across Gary, IN. The area averages a grade B (75/100); 2 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Home-safety conditions vary across Gary, IN. We compared 8 ZIP codes using the current versioned Home Safety Score. Water compliance remains one component alongside PFAS screening, radon, and annual air quality.
City Overview: Grade B (75/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 7 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Gary ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46402 | 75 | B | 0 | 0.0030 mg/L |
| 2 | 46403 | 75 | B | 0 | 0.0030 mg/L |
| 3 | 46404 | 75 | B | 0 | 0.0030 mg/L |
| 4 | 46407 | 75 | B | 0 | 0.0030 mg/L |
| 5 | 46409 | 75 | B | 0 | 0.0030 mg/L |
| 6 | 46406 | 74 | B | 3 | 0.0030 mg/L |
| 7 | 46408 | 74 | B | 3 | 0.0030 mg/L |
| 8 | 46401 | — | — | — | No data |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 7 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 6 total violations across Gary
- 0 health-based violations
- 2 of 7 directly mapped ZIP records have violations
- 0 of 7 ZIP records with known lead status exceed the EPA action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 2 | 2 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 2 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 2 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Gary?
ZIP code 46402 has the highest safety score in Gary at 75/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Gary water safe to drink?
The Home Safety Score is not a drinking-water grade. Across 7 directly mapped ZIP records, 6 EPA violations are recorded; 0 of 7 records with known lead status exceed the action level. Check the specific ZIP and serving system before drawing a property-level conclusion.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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