Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Bend, OR Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
6 ZIP codes · 42 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Bend, OR. We analyzed 6 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (93/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 6 | 100% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Bend ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 97708 | 96 | A | 7 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 2 | 97709 | 96 | A | 7 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 3 | 97701 | 92 | A | 7 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 4 | 97702 | 92 | A | 7 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 5 | 97703 | 92 | A | 7 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 6 | 97707 | 92 | A | 7 | 0.0010 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
- 42 total violations across Bend
- 0 health-based violations
- 6 of 6 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| E. coli | 36 | 6 |
| Fecal Coliform | 6 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Bend?
ZIP code 97708 has the highest safety score in Bend at 96/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Bend water safe to drink?
Bend has an average water safety score of 93/100 (A). 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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