Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Altoona, PA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
3 ZIP codes · 45 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Altoona, PA. We analyzed 3 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (57/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 1 | 33% |
| D | 2 | 67% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Altoona ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16603 | 64 | C | 15 | 0.0029 mg/L |
| 2 | 16601 | 54 | D | 15 | 0.0029 mg/L |
| 3 | 16602 | 54 | D | 15 | 0.0029 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 3 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 45 total violations across Altoona
- 9 health-based violations
- 3 of 3 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 15 | 3 |
| Chlorite | 12 | 3 |
| Contaminant 1085 | 9 | 3 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 6 | 3 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 3 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Altoona?
ZIP code 16603 has the highest safety score in Altoona at 64/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Altoona water safe to drink?
Altoona has an average water safety score of 57/100 (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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