Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Sugar Land, TX Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
5 ZIP codes · 5 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Sugar Land, 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 Sugar Land ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 77487 | 93 | A | 1 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 2 | 77496 | 93 | A | 1 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 3 | 77478 | 78 | B | 1 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 4 | 77479 | 78 | B | 1 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 5 | 77498 | 78 | B | 1 | 0.0025 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 2 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 3 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 5 total violations across Sugar Land
- 0 health-based violations
- 5 of 5 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 0800 | 5 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Sugar Land?
ZIP code 77487 has the highest safety score in Sugar Land at 93/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Sugar Land water safe to drink?
Sugar Land 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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