Neighborhood Report
Grade D
Odessa, TX Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade D
9 ZIP codes · 207 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Odessa, TX. We analyzed 9 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade D (53/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 4 | 44% |
| D | 5 | 56% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Odessa ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79760 | 57 | C | 23 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 2 | 79764 | 57 | C | 23 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 3 | 79765 | 57 | C | 23 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 4 | 79766 | 57 | C | 23 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 5 | 79761 | 52 | D | 23 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 6 | 79763 | 52 | D | 23 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 7 | 79768 | 49 | D | 23 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 8 | 79769 | 49 | D | 23 | 0.0101 mg/L |
| 9 | 79762 | 47 | D | 23 | 0.0101 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 9 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 207 total violations across Odessa
- 144 health-based violations
- 9 of 9 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Lead | 153 | 9 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 18 | 9 |
| Fecal Coliform | 18 | 9 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 9 | 9 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 9 | 9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Odessa?
ZIP code 79760 has the highest safety score in Odessa at 57/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Odessa water safe to drink?
Odessa has an average water safety score of 53/100 (D). 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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