Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Lake Charles, LA Neighborhood Water Quality — Clean Compliance
11 ZIP codes · 0 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Lake Charles, LA. We analyzed 11 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (87/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 6 | 55% |
| B | 5 | 45% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Lake Charles ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70609 | 99 | A | 0 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 2 | 70606 | 95 | A | 0 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 3 | 70612 | 95 | A | 0 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 4 | 70616 | 95 | A | 0 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 5 | 70629 | 95 | A | 0 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 6 | 70602 | 90 | A | 0 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 7 | 70611 | 80 | B | 0 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 8 | 70615 | 80 | B | 0 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 9 | 70601 | 75 | B | 0 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 10 | 70605 | 75 | B | 0 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 11 | 70607 | 75 | B | 0 | 0.0008 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 6 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 5 neighborhoods score worse than county average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Lake Charles?
ZIP code 70609 has the highest safety score in Lake Charles at 99/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Lake Charles water safe to drink?
Lake Charles has an average water safety score of 87/100 (A). 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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