Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Aiken, SC Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
6 ZIP codes · 60 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Aiken, SC. We analyzed 6 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (67/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 2 | 33% |
| C | 4 | 67% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Aiken ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29801 | 70 | B | 10 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 2 | 29803 | 70 | B | 10 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 3 | 29802 | 66 | C | 10 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 4 | 29804 | 66 | C | 10 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 5 | 29805 | 66 | C | 10 | 0.0008 mg/L |
| 6 | 29808 | 66 | C | 10 | 0.0008 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 6 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 60 total violations across Aiken
- 48 health-based violations
- 6 of 6 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Chlorine residual | 42 | 6 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 12 | 6 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 6 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Aiken?
ZIP code 29801 has the highest safety score in Aiken at 70/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Aiken water safe to drink?
Aiken has an average water safety score of 67/100 (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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