Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Charlottesville, VA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
11 ZIP codes · 33 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Charlottesville, VA. We analyzed 11 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (81/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 11 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Charlottesville ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22904 | 82 | B | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 2 | 22905 | 82 | B | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 3 | 22906 | 82 | B | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 4 | 22907 | 82 | B | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 5 | 22908 | 82 | B | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 6 | 22909 | 82 | B | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 7 | 22910 | 82 | B | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 8 | 22911 | 82 | B | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 9 | 22901 | 77 | B | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 10 | 22902 | 77 | B | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 11 | 22903 | 77 | B | 3 | 0.0010 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 9 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 2 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 33 total violations across Charlottesville
- 0 health-based violations
- 11 of 11 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 11 | 11 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 11 | 11 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | 11 | 11 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Charlottesville?
ZIP code 22904 has the highest safety score in Charlottesville at 82/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Charlottesville water safe to drink?
Charlottesville has an average water safety score of 81/100 (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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