Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Sterling Heights, MI Neighborhood Water Quality — Clean Compliance
5 ZIP codes · 0 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Sterling Heights, MI. We analyzed 5 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (86/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 4 | 80% |
| B | 1 | 20% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Sterling Heights ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 48311 | 88 | A | 0 | No data |
| 2 | 48310 | 87 | A | 0 | No data |
| 3 | 48313 | 87 | A | 0 | No data |
| 4 | 48314 | 87 | A | 0 | No data |
| 5 | 48312 | 82 | B | 0 | No data |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 4 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Sterling Heights?
ZIP code 48311 has the highest safety score in Sterling Heights at 88/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Sterling Heights water safe to drink?
Sterling Heights has an average water safety score of 86/100 (A). 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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