Lead Exceeds EPA Limit in 20 Areas - Dayton, OH
49 ZIP codes · 34 EPA violations
Data source: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score registry; EPA SDWIS; EPA radon; EPA AirNow
ZipCheckup compares 49 ZIP codes across Dayton, OH. The area averages a grade D (52/100); 13 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Home-safety conditions vary across Dayton, OH. We compared 49 ZIP codes using the current versioned Home Safety Score. Water compliance remains one component alongside PFAS screening, radon, and annual air quality.
City Overview: Grade D (52/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 4 | 16% |
| D | 21 | 84% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Dayton ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45430 | 65 | C | 1 | No data |
| 2 | 45435 | 65 | C | 1 | 0.0027 mg/L |
| 3 | 45434 | 64 | C | 2 | 0.0027 mg/L |
| 4 | 45449 | 64 | C | 5 | 0.0019 mg/L |
| 5 | 45402 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 6 | 45403 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 7 | 45404 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 8 | 45405 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 9 | 45406 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 10 | 45409 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 11 | 45410 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 12 | 45414 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 13 | 45415 | 50 | D | 1 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 14 | 45416 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 15 | 45419 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 16 | 45420 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 17 | 45428 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 18 | 45433 | 50 | D | 0 | 0.0021 mg/L |
| 19 | 45439 | 50 | D | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 20 | 45424 | 49 | D | 1 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 21 | 45431 | 49 | D | 1 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 22 | 45432 | 49 | D | 1 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 23 | 45417 | 46 | D | 5 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 24 | 45440 | 46 | D | 4 | 0.0035 mg/L |
| 25 | 45426 | 45 | D | 6 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 26 | 45400 | — | — | — | No data |
| 27 | 45401 | — | — | — | No data |
| 28 | 45408 | — | — | — | No data |
| 29 | 45412 | — | — | — | No data |
| 30 | 45413 | — | — | — | No data |
| 31 | 45418 | — | — | — | No data |
| 32 | 45422 | — | — | — | No data |
| 33 | 45423 | — | — | — | No data |
| 34 | 45427 | — | — | — | No data |
| 35 | 45429 | — | — | 0 | No data |
| 36 | 45437 | — | — | — | No data |
| 37 | 45441 | — | — | — | No data |
| 38 | 45448 | — | — | — | No data |
| 39 | 45454 | — | — | — | No data |
| 40 | 45458 | — | — | 3 | 0.0044 mg/L |
| 41 | 45459 | — | — | 3 | 0.0035 mg/L |
| 42 | 45463 | — | — | — | No data |
| 43 | 45469 | — | — | 0 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 44 | 45470 | — | — | — | No data |
| 45 | 45475 | — | — | — | No data |
| 46 | 45479 | — | — | — | No data |
| 47 | 45481 | — | — | — | No data |
| 48 | 45482 | — | — | — | No data |
| 49 | 45490 | — | — | — | No data |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 5 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 20 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 34 total violations across Dayton
- 4 health-based violations
- 13 of 29 directly mapped ZIP records have violations
- 20 of 29 ZIP records with known lead status exceed the EPA action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 21 | 12 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 12 | 6 |
| Barium | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Dayton?
ZIP code 45430 has the highest safety score in Dayton at 65/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Dayton water safe to drink?
The Home Safety Score is not a drinking-water grade. Across 29 directly mapped ZIP records, 34 EPA violations are recorded; 20 of 29 records with known lead status exceed the action level. Check the specific ZIP and serving system before drawing a property-level conclusion.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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