Neighborhood Report
Grade F
Lead Exceeds EPA Limit in 50 Areas — Albany, NY
50 ZIP codes · 1,150 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
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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