Lead Exceeds EPA Limit in 50 Areas - Albany, NY
50 ZIP codes · 1,150 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 50 ZIP codes across Albany, NY. The area averages a grade F (21/100); 50 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Water quality varies significantly across Albany, NY. We analyzed 50 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade F (21/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 50 | 100% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Albany ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12202 | 31 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 2 | 12204 | 31 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 3 | 12209 | 31 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 4 | 12210 | 31 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 5 | 12211 | 31 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 6 | 12212 | 31 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 7 | 12203 | 26 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 8 | 12205 | 26 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 9 | 12207 | 26 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 10 | 12208 | 26 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 11 | 12201 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 12 | 12206 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 13 | 12214 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 14 | 12220 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 15 | 12222 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 16 | 12223 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 17 | 12224 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 18 | 12225 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 19 | 12226 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 20 | 12227 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 21 | 12228 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 22 | 12229 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 23 | 12230 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 24 | 12231 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 25 | 12232 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 26 | 12233 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 27 | 12234 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 28 | 12235 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 29 | 12236 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 30 | 12237 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 31 | 12238 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 32 | 12239 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 33 | 12240 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 34 | 12241 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 35 | 12242 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 36 | 12243 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 37 | 12244 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 38 | 12245 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 39 | 12246 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 40 | 12247 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 41 | 12248 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 42 | 12249 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 43 | 12250 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 44 | 12252 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 45 | 12255 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 46 | 12256 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 47 | 12257 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 48 | 12260 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 49 | 12261 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 50 | 12288 | 19 | F | 23 | Exceeds EPA limit |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 50 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 1,150 total violations across Albany
- 0 health-based violations
- 50 of 50 ZIP codes have violations
- 50 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 750 | 50 |
| Contaminant 2829 | 100 | 50 |
| Contaminant 2049 | 50 | 50 |
| Contaminant 2454 | 50 | 50 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 50 | 50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Albany?
ZIP code 12202 has the highest safety score in Albany at 31/100 (grade F). Check the full report for details.
Is Albany water safe to drink?
Albany has an average water safety score of 21/100 (F). Water quality varies by neighborhood — 50 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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