Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Erie, PA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
28 ZIP codes · 672 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Erie, PA. We analyzed 28 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (80/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 27 | 96% |
| C | 1 | 4% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Erie ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16501 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 2 | 16502 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 3 | 16504 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 4 | 16507 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 5 | 16510 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 6 | 16512 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 7 | 16514 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 8 | 16515 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 9 | 16522 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 10 | 16530 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 11 | 16531 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 12 | 16532 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 13 | 16533 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 14 | 16534 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 15 | 16538 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 16 | 16541 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 17 | 16544 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 18 | 16546 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 19 | 16550 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 20 | 16553 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 21 | 16563 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 22 | 16565 | 82 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 23 | 16506 | 77 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 24 | 16508 | 77 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 25 | 16509 | 77 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 26 | 16511 | 77 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 27 | 16505 | 72 | B | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 28 | 16503 | 69 | C | 24 | 0.0011 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 27 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 672 total violations across Erie
- 28 health-based violations
- 28 of 28 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Chlorite | 196 | 28 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 112 | 28 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 84 | 28 |
| Fecal Coliform | 84 | 28 |
| Contaminant 2063 | 28 | 28 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Erie?
ZIP code 16501 has the highest safety score in Erie at 82/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Erie water safe to drink?
Erie has an average water safety score of 80/100 (B). 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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