Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Elmira, NY Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
6 ZIP codes · 30 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Elmira, NY. We analyzed 6 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (63/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 6 | 100% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Elmira ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14902 | 66 | C | 5 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 2 | 14905 | 66 | C | 5 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 3 | 14925 | 62 | C | 5 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 4 | 14901 | 61 | C | 5 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 5 | 14903 | 61 | C | 5 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 6 | 14904 | 61 | C | 5 | 0.0011 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 6 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 30 total violations across Elmira
- 0 health-based violations
- 6 of 6 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 12 | 6 |
| Nitrite | 6 | 6 |
| Lead | 6 | 6 |
| Contaminant 2428 | 6 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Elmira?
ZIP code 14902 has the highest safety score in Elmira at 66/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Elmira water safe to drink?
Elmira has an average water safety score of 63/100 (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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