Knoxville, TN Home Safety by Neighborhood - Water Issues Recorded
31 ZIP codes · 20 EPA violations
Data source: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score registry; EPA SDWIS; EPA radon; EPA AirNow
ZipCheckup compares 31 ZIP codes across Knoxville, TN. The area averages a grade C (66/100); 10 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Home-safety conditions vary across Knoxville, TN. We compared 31 ZIP codes using the current versioned Home Safety Score. Water compliance remains one component alongside PFAS screening, radon, and annual air quality.
City Overview: Grade C (66/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 18 | 100% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Knoxville ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 37902 | 67 | C | 0 | 0.0006 mg/L |
| 2 | 37912 | 67 | C | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 3 | 37914 | 67 | C | 0 | 0.0006 mg/L |
| 4 | 37915 | 67 | C | 0 | 0.0006 mg/L |
| 5 | 37916 | 67 | C | 0 | 0.0006 mg/L |
| 6 | 37917 | 67 | C | 0 | 0.0006 mg/L |
| 7 | 37919 | 67 | C | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 8 | 37922 | 67 | C | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 9 | 37909 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 10 | 37918 | 66 | C | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 11 | 37920 | 66 | C | 2 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 12 | 37921 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 13 | 37923 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 14 | 37931 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 15 | 37932 | 66 | C | 1 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 16 | 37934 | 65 | C | 2 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 17 | 37924 | 64 | C | 4 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 18 | 37938 | 64 | C | 4 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 19 | 37901 | — | — | — | No data |
| 20 | 37927 | — | — | — | No data |
| 21 | 37928 | — | — | — | No data |
| 22 | 37929 | — | — | — | No data |
| 23 | 37930 | — | — | — | No data |
| 24 | 37933 | — | — | — | No data |
| 25 | 37939 | — | — | — | No data |
| 26 | 37940 | — | — | — | No data |
| 27 | 37950 | — | — | — | No data |
| 28 | 37995 | — | — | — | No data |
| 29 | 37996 | — | — | — | No data |
| 30 | 37997 | — | — | — | No data |
| 31 | 37998 | — | — | — | No data |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 15 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 3 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 20 total violations across Knoxville
- 0 health-based violations
- 10 of 18 directly mapped ZIP records have violations
- 0 of 18 ZIP records with known lead status exceed the EPA action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 9 | 8 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 4 | 4 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 4 | 4 |
| Chlorite | 3 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Knoxville?
ZIP code 37902 has the highest safety score in Knoxville at 67/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Knoxville water safe to drink?
The Home Safety Score is not a drinking-water grade. Across 18 directly mapped ZIP records, 20 EPA violations are recorded; 0 of 18 records with known lead status exceed the action level. Check the specific ZIP and serving system before drawing a property-level conclusion.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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