Monroe, LA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
11 ZIP codes · 121 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Monroe, LA. We analyzed 11 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (63/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 8 | 73% |
| D | 3 | 27% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Monroe ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 71208 | 69 | C | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 2 | 71209 | 69 | C | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 3 | 71212 | 69 | C | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 4 | 71213 | 69 | C | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 5 | 71217 | 69 | C | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 6 | 71207 | 66 | C | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 7 | 71210 | 66 | C | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 8 | 71211 | 66 | C | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 9 | 71201 | 51 | D | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 10 | 71202 | 51 | D | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 11 | 71203 | 51 | D | 11 | 0.0020 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 5 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 6 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 121 total violations across Monroe
- 99 health-based violations
- 11 of 11 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 77 | 11 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 22 | 11 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 11 | 11 |
| Contaminant 0700 | 11 | 11 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Monroe?
ZIP code 71208 has the highest safety score in Monroe at 69/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Monroe water safe to drink?
Monroe has an average water safety score of 63/100 (C). 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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