Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Temple, TX Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
6 ZIP codes · 6 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Temple, TX. We analyzed 6 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (91/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 5 | 83% |
| B | 1 | 17% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Temple ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76505 | 97 | A | 1 | 0.0045 mg/L |
| 2 | 76508 | 97 | A | 1 | 0.0045 mg/L |
| 3 | 76503 | 93 | A | 1 | 0.0045 mg/L |
| 4 | 76501 | 88 | A | 1 | 0.0045 mg/L |
| 5 | 76504 | 88 | A | 1 | 0.0045 mg/L |
| 6 | 76502 | 83 | B | 1 | 0.0045 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 5 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 6 total violations across Temple
- 0 health-based violations
- 6 of 6 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | 6 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Temple?
ZIP code 76505 has the highest safety score in Temple at 97/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Temple water safe to drink?
Temple has an average water safety score of 91/100 (A). 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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