Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Independence, MO Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
9 ZIP codes · 9 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Independence, MO. We analyzed 9 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (65/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 9 | 100% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Independence ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 64051 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 2 | 64050 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 3 | 64053 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 4 | 64054 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 5 | 64055 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 6 | 64056 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 7 | 64057 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 8 | 64058 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 9 | 64052 | 60 | C | 1 | 0.0011 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 8 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 9 total violations across Independence
- 0 health-based violations
- 9 of 9 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 9 | 9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Independence?
ZIP code 64051 has the highest safety score in Independence at 66/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Independence water safe to drink?
Independence has an average water safety score of 65/100 (C). 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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