Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Saginaw, MI Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
11 ZIP codes · 33 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
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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