Cincinnati, OH Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade C
71 ZIP codes · 71 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 71 ZIP codes across Cincinnati, OH. The area averages a grade C (66/100); 71 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Water quality varies significantly across Cincinnati, OH. We analyzed 71 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (66/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 17 | 24% |
| C | 54 | 76% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Cincinnati ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45245 | 83 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 2 | 45205 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 3 | 45206 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 4 | 45209 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 5 | 45211 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 6 | 45213 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 7 | 45214 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 8 | 45217 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 9 | 45224 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 10 | 45225 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 11 | 45233 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 12 | 45240 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 13 | 45248 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 14 | 45249 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 15 | 45251 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 16 | 45252 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 17 | 45255 | 70 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 18 | 45201 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 19 | 45207 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 20 | 45212 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 21 | 45219 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 22 | 45221 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 23 | 45229 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 24 | 45234 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 25 | 45235 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 26 | 45250 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 27 | 45253 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 28 | 45254 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 29 | 45258 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 30 | 45262 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 31 | 45263 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 32 | 45264 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 33 | 45267 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 34 | 45268 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 35 | 45269 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 36 | 45270 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 37 | 45271 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 38 | 45273 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 39 | 45274 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 40 | 45275 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 41 | 45277 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 42 | 45280 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 43 | 45296 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 44 | 45298 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 45 | 45299 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 46 | 45999 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 47 | 45203 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 48 | 45204 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 49 | 45208 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 50 | 45215 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 51 | 45216 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 52 | 45218 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 53 | 45220 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 54 | 45222 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 55 | 45232 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 56 | 45236 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 57 | 45238 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 58 | 45242 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 59 | 45243 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 60 | 45246 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 61 | 45247 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 62 | 45202 | 60 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 63 | 45223 | 60 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 64 | 45227 | 60 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 65 | 45230 | 60 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 66 | 45231 | 60 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 67 | 45237 | 60 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 68 | 45239 | 60 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 69 | 45241 | 60 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 70 | 45244 | 60 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 71 | 45226 | 55 | C | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 61 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 10 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 71 total violations across Cincinnati
- 0 health-based violations
- 71 of 71 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 71 | 71 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Cincinnati?
ZIP code 45245 has the highest safety score in Cincinnati at 83/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Cincinnati water safe to drink?
Cincinnati has an average water safety score of 66/100 (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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