Lake Charles, LA Neighborhood Water Quality - Clean Compliance
11 ZIP codes · 0 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 11 ZIP codes across Lake Charles, LA. The area averages a grade A (87/100); 0 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
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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