Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Cape Girardeau, MO Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
3 ZIP codes · 24 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Cape Girardeau, MO. We analyzed 3 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (72/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 2 | 67% |
| C | 1 | 33% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Cape Girardeau ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 63702 | 77 | B | 8 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 2 | 63703 | 72 | B | 8 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 3 | 63701 | 67 | C | 8 | 0.0036 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 2 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 24 total violations across Cape Girardeau
- 3 health-based violations
- 3 of 3 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 0700 | 12 | 3 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 6 | 3 |
| Total Coliform | 3 | 3 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 3 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Cape Girardeau?
ZIP code 63702 has the highest safety score in Cape Girardeau at 77/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Cape Girardeau water safe to drink?
Cape Girardeau has an average water safety score of 72/100 (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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