Boston, MA Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade A
38 ZIP codes · 114 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 38 ZIP codes across Boston, MA. The area averages a grade A (89/100); 38 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Water quality varies significantly across Boston, MA. We analyzed 38 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (89/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 27 | 71% |
| B | 11 | 29% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Boston ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 02112 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 2 | 02117 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 3 | 02123 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 4 | 02133 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 5 | 02196 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 6 | 02201 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 7 | 02203 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 8 | 02204 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 9 | 02205 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 10 | 02206 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 11 | 02211 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 12 | 02212 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 13 | 02216 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 14 | 02217 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 15 | 02222 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 16 | 02241 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 17 | 02266 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 18 | 02283 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 19 | 02284 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 20 | 02295 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 21 | 02297 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 22 | 02298 | 92 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 23 | 02111 | 89 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 24 | 02113 | 89 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 25 | 02163 | 89 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 26 | 02199 | 89 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 27 | 02293 | 89 | A | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 28 | 02108 | 84 | B | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 29 | 02110 | 84 | B | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 30 | 02114 | 84 | B | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 31 | 02115 | 84 | B | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 32 | 02116 | 84 | B | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 33 | 02118 | 84 | B | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 34 | 02127 | 84 | B | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 35 | 02128 | 84 | B | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 36 | 02210 | 84 | B | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 37 | 02215 | 84 | B | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
| 38 | 02109 | 79 | B | 3 | 0.0059 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 27 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 11 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 114 total violations across Boston
- 0 health-based violations
- 38 of 38 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 114 | 38 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Boston?
ZIP code 02112 has the highest safety score in Boston at 92/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Boston water safe to drink?
Boston has an average water safety score of 89/100 (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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