Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Salem, OR Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
13 ZIP codes · 104 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Salem, OR. We analyzed 13 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (89/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 11 | 85% |
| B | 2 | 15% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Salem ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 97309 | 94 | A | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 2 | 97310 | 94 | A | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 3 | 97311 | 94 | A | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 4 | 97312 | 94 | A | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 5 | 97314 | 94 | A | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 6 | 97304 | 90 | A | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 7 | 97305 | 90 | A | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 8 | 97308 | 90 | A | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 9 | 97317 | 90 | A | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 10 | 97303 | 85 | A | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 11 | 97306 | 85 | A | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 12 | 97301 | 80 | B | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 13 | 97302 | 80 | B | 8 | 0.0020 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 8 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 5 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 104 total violations across Salem
- 0 health-based violations
- 13 of 13 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 65 | 13 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 26 | 13 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 13 | 13 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Salem?
ZIP code 97309 has the highest safety score in Salem at 94/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Salem water safe to drink?
Salem has an average water safety score of 89/100 (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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