Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Providence, RI Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
12 ZIP codes · 84 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Providence, RI. We analyzed 12 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (63/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 11 | 92% |
| D | 1 | 8% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Providence ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 02902 | 69 | C | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
| 2 | 02940 | 69 | C | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
| 3 | 02901 | 65 | C | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
| 4 | 02912 | 65 | C | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
| 5 | 02918 | 65 | C | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
| 6 | 02903 | 64 | C | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
| 7 | 02906 | 64 | C | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
| 8 | 02907 | 64 | C | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
| 9 | 02908 | 64 | C | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
| 10 | 02905 | 59 | C | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
| 11 | 02909 | 59 | C | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
| 12 | 02904 | 54 | D | 7 | 0.0100 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 5 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 7 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 84 total violations across Providence
- 24 health-based violations
- 12 of 12 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 24 | 12 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 24 | 12 |
| Lead | 12 | 12 |
| Chlorite | 12 | 12 |
| Fecal Coliform | 12 | 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Providence?
ZIP code 02902 has the highest safety score in Providence at 69/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Providence water safe to drink?
Providence has an average water safety score of 63/100 (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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