Neighborhood Report
Grade B
New Orleans, LA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
62 ZIP codes · 1,116 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across New Orleans, LA. We analyzed 62 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (77/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 13 | 21% |
| B | 30 | 48% |
| C | 19 | 31% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in New Orleans ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70142 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 2 | 70145 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 3 | 70154 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 4 | 70156 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 5 | 70159 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 6 | 70162 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 7 | 70164 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 8 | 70165 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 9 | 70166 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 10 | 70167 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 11 | 70172 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 12 | 70187 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 13 | 70195 | 85 | A | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 14 | 70141 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 15 | 70143 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 16 | 70146 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 17 | 70150 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 18 | 70151 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 19 | 70152 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 20 | 70158 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 21 | 70160 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 22 | 70170 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 23 | 70175 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 24 | 70176 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 25 | 70177 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 26 | 70178 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 27 | 70179 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 28 | 70181 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 29 | 70182 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 30 | 70183 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 31 | 70184 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 32 | 70186 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 33 | 70189 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 34 | 70190 | 84 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 35 | 70148 | 79 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 36 | 70153 | 79 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 37 | 70157 | 79 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 38 | 70161 | 79 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 39 | 70163 | 79 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 40 | 70174 | 79 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 41 | 70185 | 79 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 42 | 70139 | 74 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 43 | 70140 | 74 | B | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 44 | 70112 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 45 | 70113 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 46 | 70114 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 47 | 70115 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 48 | 70116 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 49 | 70117 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 50 | 70118 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 51 | 70119 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 52 | 70121 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 53 | 70122 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 54 | 70123 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 55 | 70124 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 56 | 70125 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 57 | 70126 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 58 | 70127 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 59 | 70128 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 60 | 70129 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 61 | 70130 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 62 | 70131 | 64 | C | 18 | 0.0050 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 41 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 21 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 1,116 total violations across New Orleans
- 496 health-based violations
- 62 of 62 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Chlorite | 434 | 62 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 124 | 62 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 124 | 62 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 124 | 62 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 124 | 62 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in New Orleans?
ZIP code 70142 has the highest safety score in New Orleans at 85/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is New Orleans water safe to drink?
New Orleans has an average water safety score of 77/100 (B). 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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