Saginaw, MI Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade B
11 ZIP codes · 33 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 11 ZIP codes across Saginaw, MI. The area averages a grade B (79/100); 11 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Water quality varies significantly across Saginaw, MI. We analyzed 11 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (79/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 4 | 36% |
| B | 7 | 64% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Saginaw ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 48605 | 85 | A | 3 | 0.0090 mg/L |
| 2 | 48606 | 85 | A | 3 | 0.0090 mg/L |
| 3 | 48607 | 85 | A | 3 | 0.0090 mg/L |
| 4 | 48663 | 85 | A | 3 | 0.0090 mg/L |
| 5 | 48608 | 84 | B | 3 | 0.0090 mg/L |
| 6 | 48603 | 79 | B | 3 | 0.0090 mg/L |
| 7 | 48601 | 74 | B | 3 | 0.0090 mg/L |
| 8 | 48602 | 74 | B | 3 | 0.0090 mg/L |
| 9 | 48604 | 74 | B | 3 | 0.0090 mg/L |
| 10 | 48609 | 74 | B | 3 | 0.0090 mg/L |
| 11 | 48638 | 74 | B | 3 | 0.0090 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 5 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 6 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 33 total violations across Saginaw
- 0 health-based violations
- 11 of 11 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 11 | 11 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 11 | 11 |
| E. coli | 11 | 11 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Saginaw?
ZIP code 48605 has the highest safety score in Saginaw at 85/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Saginaw water safe to drink?
Saginaw has an average water safety score of 79/100 (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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