Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Charlotte, NC Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
74 ZIP codes · 2,812 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Charlotte, NC. We analyzed 74 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (81/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 68 | 92% |
| C | 6 | 8% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Charlotte ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28201 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 2 | 28218 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 3 | 28219 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 4 | 28220 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 5 | 28221 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 6 | 28223 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 7 | 28229 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 8 | 28230 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 9 | 28231 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 10 | 28232 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 11 | 28233 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 12 | 28234 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 13 | 28236 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 14 | 28242 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 15 | 28243 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 16 | 28244 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 17 | 28246 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 18 | 28247 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 19 | 28250 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 20 | 28253 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 21 | 28254 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 22 | 28255 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 23 | 28256 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 24 | 28258 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 25 | 28260 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 26 | 28263 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 27 | 28265 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 28 | 28266 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 29 | 28271 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 30 | 28272 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 31 | 28274 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 32 | 28275 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 33 | 28281 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 34 | 28285 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 35 | 28287 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 36 | 28288 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 37 | 28289 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 38 | 28290 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 39 | 28296 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 40 | 28297 | 84 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 41 | 28202 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 42 | 28222 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 43 | 28224 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 44 | 28228 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 45 | 28235 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 46 | 28237 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 47 | 28241 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 48 | 28262 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 49 | 28269 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 50 | 28273 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 51 | 28278 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 52 | 28280 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 53 | 28282 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 54 | 28284 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 55 | 28299 | 83 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 56 | 28203 | 78 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 57 | 28204 | 78 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 58 | 28212 | 78 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 59 | 28213 | 78 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 60 | 28217 | 78 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 61 | 28227 | 78 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 62 | 28270 | 78 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 63 | 28277 | 78 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 64 | 28206 | 73 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 65 | 28208 | 73 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 66 | 28210 | 73 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 67 | 28216 | 73 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 68 | 28226 | 73 | B | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 69 | 28205 | 68 | C | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 70 | 28207 | 68 | C | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 71 | 28209 | 68 | C | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 72 | 28211 | 68 | C | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 73 | 28214 | 68 | C | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
| 74 | 28215 | 68 | C | 38 | 0.0050 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 54 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 20 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 2,812 total violations across Charlotte
- 888 health-based violations
- 74 of 74 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 962 | 74 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 444 | 74 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 370 | 74 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 296 | 74 |
| Combined Radium | 296 | 74 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Charlotte?
ZIP code 28201 has the highest safety score in Charlotte at 84/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Charlotte water safe to drink?
Charlotte has an average water safety score of 81/100 (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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