Rochester, NY Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade B
44 ZIP codes · 2,948 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 44 ZIP codes across Rochester, NY. The area averages a grade B (72/100); 44 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Water quality varies significantly across Rochester, NY. We analyzed 44 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (72/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 41 | 93% |
| C | 3 | 7% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Rochester ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14609 | 75 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 2 | 14610 | 75 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 3 | 14613 | 75 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 4 | 14614 | 75 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 5 | 14616 | 75 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 6 | 14620 | 75 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 7 | 14621 | 75 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 8 | 14602 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 9 | 14603 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 10 | 14604 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 11 | 14605 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 12 | 14607 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 13 | 14608 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 14 | 14611 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 15 | 14615 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 16 | 14619 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 17 | 14627 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 18 | 14638 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 19 | 14639 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 20 | 14642 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 21 | 14643 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 22 | 14644 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 23 | 14645 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 24 | 14646 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 25 | 14647 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 26 | 14649 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 27 | 14650 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 28 | 14651 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 29 | 14652 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 30 | 14653 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 31 | 14664 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 32 | 14673 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 33 | 14683 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 34 | 14692 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 35 | 14694 | 73 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 36 | 14606 | 70 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 37 | 14617 | 70 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 38 | 14618 | 70 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 39 | 14622 | 70 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 40 | 14624 | 70 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 41 | 14626 | 70 | B | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 42 | 14612 | 65 | C | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 43 | 14623 | 65 | C | 67 | 0.0047 mg/L |
| 44 | 14625 | 65 | C | 67 | 0.0047 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
- 2,948 total violations across Rochester
- 88 health-based violations
- 44 of 44 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 528 | 44 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 264 | 44 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 264 | 44 |
| Contaminant 2049 | 176 | 44 |
| Contaminant 2959 | 132 | 44 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Rochester?
ZIP code 14609 has the highest safety score in Rochester at 75/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Rochester water safe to drink?
Rochester has an average water safety score of 72/100 (B). 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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