Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Ocean City, MD Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
2 ZIP codes · 22 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Ocean City, MD. We analyzed 2 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (83/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | 50% |
| B | 1 | 50% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Ocean City ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21843 | 93 | A | 11 | 0.0028 mg/L |
| 2 | 21842 | 73 | B | 11 | 0.0028 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 1 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 22 total violations across Ocean City
- 4 health-based violations
- 2 of 2 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 10 | 2 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 4 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 4 | 2 |
| Nickel | 2 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 2 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Ocean City?
ZIP code 21843 has the highest safety score in Ocean City at 93/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Ocean City water safe to drink?
Ocean City has an average water safety score of 83/100 (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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