Grand Rapids, MI Home Safety by Neighborhood - Water Issues Recorded
27 ZIP codes · 41 EPA violations
Data source: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score registry; EPA SDWIS; EPA radon; EPA AirNow
ZipCheckup compares 27 ZIP codes across Grand Rapids, MI. The area averages a grade B (76/100); 12 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Home-safety conditions vary across Grand Rapids, MI. We compared 27 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 B (76/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | 8% |
| B | 11 | 92% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Grand Rapids ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49534 | 95 | A | 9 | 0.0070 mg/L |
| 2 | 49504 | 75 | B | 3 | 0.0070 mg/L |
| 3 | 49505 | 75 | B | 1 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 4 | 49525 | 75 | B | 1 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 5 | 49503 | 74 | B | 2 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 6 | 49506 | 74 | B | 2 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 7 | 49507 | 74 | B | 2 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 8 | 49508 | 74 | B | 2 | 0.0070 mg/L |
| 9 | 49512 | 74 | B | 2 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 10 | 49546 | 74 | B | 3 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 11 | 49548 | 74 | B | 2 | 0.0070 mg/L |
| 12 | 49544 | 70 | B | 12 | 0.0070 mg/L |
| 13 | 49501 | — | — | — | No data |
| 14 | 49502 | — | — | — | No data |
| 15 | 49510 | — | — | — | No data |
| 16 | 49514 | — | — | — | No data |
| 17 | 49515 | — | — | — | No data |
| 18 | 49516 | — | — | — | No data |
| 19 | 49518 | — | — | — | No data |
| 20 | 49523 | — | — | — | No data |
| 21 | 49528 | — | — | — | No data |
| 22 | 49530 | — | — | — | No data |
| 23 | 49550 | — | — | — | No data |
| 24 | 49555 | — | — | — | No data |
| 25 | 49560 | — | — | — | No data |
| 26 | 49588 | — | — | — | No data |
| 27 | 49599 | — | — | — | No data |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 10 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 2 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 41 total violations across Grand Rapids
- 9 health-based violations
- 12 of 12 directly mapped ZIP records have violations
- 0 of 12 ZIP records with known lead status exceed the EPA action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 13 | 7 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 7 | 3 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 7 | 7 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 6 | 6 |
| Lead | 4 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Grand Rapids?
ZIP code 49534 has the highest safety score in Grand Rapids at 95/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Grand Rapids water safe to drink?
The Home Safety Score is not a drinking-water grade. Across 12 directly mapped ZIP records, 41 EPA violations are recorded; 0 of 12 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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