Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Myrtle Beach, SC Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
7 ZIP codes · 7 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Myrtle Beach, SC. We analyzed 7 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (82/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 2 | 29% |
| B | 5 | 71% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Myrtle Beach ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29578 | 90 | A | 1 | 0.0006 mg/L |
| 2 | 29587 | 90 | A | 1 | 0.0006 mg/L |
| 3 | 29572 | 80 | B | 1 | 0.0006 mg/L |
| 4 | 29575 | 80 | B | 1 | 0.0006 mg/L |
| 5 | 29579 | 80 | B | 1 | 0.0006 mg/L |
| 6 | 29588 | 80 | B | 1 | 0.0006 mg/L |
| 7 | 29577 | 75 | B | 1 | 0.0006 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 6 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 7 total violations across Myrtle Beach
- 0 health-based violations
- 7 of 7 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 7 | 7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Myrtle Beach?
ZIP code 29578 has the highest safety score in Myrtle Beach at 90/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Myrtle Beach water safe to drink?
Myrtle Beach has an average water safety score of 82/100 (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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