Towson, MD Home Safety by Neighborhood - Water Issues Recorded
3 ZIP codes · 27 EPA violations
Data source: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score registry; EPA SDWIS; EPA radon; EPA AirNow
ZipCheckup compares 3 ZIP codes across Towson, MD. The area averages a grade C (64/100); 3 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Home-safety conditions vary across Towson, MD. We compared 3 ZIP codes using the current versioned Home Safety Score. Water compliance remains one component alongside PFAS screening, radon, and annual air quality.
City Overview: Grade C (64/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 2 | 100% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Towson ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21204 | 64 | C | 9 | 0.0027 mg/L |
| 2 | 21286 | 64 | C | 9 | 0.0027 mg/L |
| 3 | 21252 | — | — | 9 | 0.0027 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 2 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 27 total violations across Towson
- 6 health-based violations
- 3 of 3 directly mapped ZIP records have violations
- 0 of 3 ZIP records with known lead status exceed the EPA action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 2020 | 6 | 3 |
| Contaminant 2959 | 6 | 3 |
| Lead | 3 | 3 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 3 | 3 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 3 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Towson?
ZIP code 21204 has the highest safety score in Towson at 64/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Towson water safe to drink?
The Home Safety Score is not a drinking-water grade. Across 3 directly mapped ZIP records, 27 EPA violations are recorded; 0 of 3 records with known lead status exceed the action level. Check the specific ZIP and serving system before drawing a property-level conclusion.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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