Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Rocky Mount, NC Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
5 ZIP codes · 50 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Rocky Mount, NC. 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 | 2 | 40% |
| B | 3 | 60% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Rocky Mount ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27815 | 97 | A | 10 | 0.0041 mg/L |
| 2 | 27802 | 93 | A | 10 | 0.0041 mg/L |
| 3 | 27803 | 83 | B | 10 | 0.0041 mg/L |
| 4 | 27801 | 78 | B | 10 | 0.0041 mg/L |
| 5 | 27804 | 78 | B | 10 | 0.0041 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 3 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 50 total violations across Rocky Mount
- 10 health-based violations
- 5 of 5 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Lead | 10 | 5 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 10 | 5 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 10 | 5 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 10 | 5 |
| Total Coliform | 5 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Rocky Mount?
ZIP code 27815 has the highest safety score in Rocky Mount at 97/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Rocky Mount water safe to drink?
Rocky Mount 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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