Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Brownsville, TX Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
5 ZIP codes · 20 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Brownsville, TX. We analyzed 5 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (84/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 2 | 40% |
| B | 3 | 60% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Brownsville ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 78522 | 92 | A | 4 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 2 | 78523 | 92 | A | 4 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 3 | 78526 | 82 | B | 4 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 4 | 78520 | 77 | B | 4 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 5 | 78521 | 77 | B | 4 | 0.0014 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 5 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 20 total violations across Brownsville
- 0 health-based violations
- 5 of 5 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 15 | 5 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 5 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Brownsville?
ZIP code 78522 has the highest safety score in Brownsville at 92/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Brownsville water safe to drink?
Brownsville has an average water safety score of 84/100 (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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