Neighborhood Report
Grade D
York, PA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade D
9 ZIP codes · 198 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across York, PA. We analyzed 9 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade D (51/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 2 | 22% |
| D | 7 | 78% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in York ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17401 | 58 | C | 22 | 0.0094 mg/L |
| 2 | 17407 | 58 | C | 22 | 0.0094 mg/L |
| 3 | 17405 | 53 | D | 22 | 0.0094 mg/L |
| 4 | 17415 | 50 | D | 22 | 0.0094 mg/L |
| 5 | 17402 | 48 | D | 22 | 0.0094 mg/L |
| 6 | 17403 | 48 | D | 22 | 0.0094 mg/L |
| 7 | 17404 | 48 | D | 22 | 0.0094 mg/L |
| 8 | 17406 | 48 | D | 22 | 0.0094 mg/L |
| 9 | 17408 | 48 | D | 22 | 0.0094 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 2 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 6 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 198 total violations across York
- 9 health-based violations
- 9 of 9 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Chlorite | 45 | 9 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 36 | 9 |
| Copper | 27 | 9 |
| Contaminant 0700 | 27 | 9 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 18 | 9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in York?
ZIP code 17401 has the highest safety score in York at 58/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is York water safe to drink?
York has an average water safety score of 51/100 (D). 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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