Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Bowie, MD Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
7 ZIP codes · 14 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Bowie, MD. We analyzed 7 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (80/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 7 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Bowie ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20716 | 82 | B | 2 | 0.0017 mg/L |
| 2 | 20717 | 82 | B | 2 | 0.0017 mg/L |
| 3 | 20718 | 82 | B | 2 | 0.0017 mg/L |
| 4 | 20719 | 82 | B | 2 | 0.0017 mg/L |
| 5 | 20715 | 77 | B | 2 | 0.0017 mg/L |
| 6 | 20720 | 77 | B | 2 | 0.0017 mg/L |
| 7 | 20721 | 77 | B | 2 | 0.0017 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 7 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 14 total violations across Bowie
- 7 health-based violations
- 7 of 7 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 14 | 7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Bowie?
ZIP code 20716 has the highest safety score in Bowie at 82/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Bowie water safe to drink?
Bowie has an average water safety score of 80/100 (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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