Richmond, VA Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade A
39 ZIP codes · 195 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 39 ZIP codes across Richmond, VA. The area averages a grade A (88/100); 39 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Water quality varies significantly across Richmond, VA. We analyzed 39 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (88/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 30 | 77% |
| B | 5 | 13% |
| C | 4 | 10% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Richmond ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23232 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 2 | 23241 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 3 | 23249 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 4 | 23250 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 5 | 23269 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 6 | 23274 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 7 | 23276 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 8 | 23278 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 9 | 23279 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 10 | 23282 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 11 | 23284 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 12 | 23285 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 13 | 23289 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 14 | 23290 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 15 | 23291 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 16 | 23292 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 17 | 23293 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 18 | 23295 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 19 | 23298 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 20 | 23220 | 91 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 21 | 23221 | 91 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 22 | 23261 | 91 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 23 | 23286 | 91 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 24 | 23218 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 25 | 23222 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 26 | 23227 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 27 | 23230 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 28 | 23234 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 29 | 23235 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 30 | 23260 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 31 | 23219 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 32 | 23223 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 33 | 23224 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 34 | 23225 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 35 | 23226 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 36 | 23240 | 66 | C | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 37 | 23297 | 62 | C | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 38 | 23236 | 61 | C | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 39 | 23237 | 61 | C | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 27 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 12 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 195 total violations across Richmond
- 0 health-based violations
- 39 of 39 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 117 | 39 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 78 | 39 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Richmond?
ZIP code 23232 has the highest safety score in Richmond at 95/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Richmond water safe to drink?
Richmond has an average water safety score of 88/100 (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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