Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Troy, NY Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
4 ZIP codes · 64 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Troy, NY. We analyzed 4 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (59/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 2 | 50% |
| D | 2 | 50% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Troy ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12181 | 64 | C | 16 | 0.0046 mg/L |
| 2 | 12183 | 64 | C | 16 | 0.0046 mg/L |
| 3 | 12180 | 54 | D | 16 | 0.0046 mg/L |
| 4 | 12182 | 54 | D | 16 | 0.0046 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 4 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 64 total violations across Troy
- 12 health-based violations
- 4 of 4 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 16 | 4 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 16 | 4 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 8 | 4 |
| Nitrate | 4 | 4 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 4 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Troy?
ZIP code 12181 has the highest safety score in Troy at 64/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Troy water safe to drink?
Troy has an average water safety score of 59/100 (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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