Buffalo, NY Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade C
44 ZIP codes · 792 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 44 ZIP codes across Buffalo, NY. The area averages a grade C (62/100); 44 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Water quality varies significantly across Buffalo, NY. We analyzed 44 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (62/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 43 | 98% |
| D | 1 | 2% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Buffalo ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14201 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 2 | 14203 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 3 | 14204 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 4 | 14207 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 5 | 14209 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 6 | 14212 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 7 | 14213 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 8 | 14214 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 9 | 14217 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 10 | 14222 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 11 | 14231 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 12 | 14240 | 67 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 13 | 14202 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 14 | 14205 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 15 | 14206 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 16 | 14208 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 17 | 14211 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 18 | 14215 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 19 | 14216 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 20 | 14223 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 21 | 14228 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 22 | 14233 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 23 | 14241 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 24 | 14260 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 25 | 14261 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 26 | 14263 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 27 | 14264 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 28 | 14265 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 29 | 14267 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 30 | 14269 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 31 | 14270 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 32 | 14272 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 33 | 14273 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 34 | 14276 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 35 | 14280 | 62 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 36 | 14210 | 57 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 37 | 14218 | 57 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 38 | 14219 | 57 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 39 | 14220 | 57 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 40 | 14224 | 57 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 41 | 14225 | 57 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 42 | 14226 | 57 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 43 | 14227 | 57 | C | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
| 44 | 14221 | 52 | D | 18 | 0.0060 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 35 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 9 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 792 total violations across Buffalo
- 44 health-based violations
- 44 of 44 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 264 | 44 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 132 | 44 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 88 | 44 |
| Contaminant 2806 | 44 | 44 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 44 | 44 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Buffalo?
ZIP code 14201 has the highest safety score in Buffalo at 67/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Buffalo water safe to drink?
Buffalo has an average water safety score of 62/100 (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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