Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Burlington, VT Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
5 ZIP codes · 15 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Burlington, VT. We analyzed 5 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (92/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 5 | 100% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Burlington ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 05405 | 95 | A | 3 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 2 | 05406 | 95 | A | 3 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 3 | 05401 | 91 | A | 3 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 4 | 05402 | 91 | A | 3 | 0.0014 mg/L |
| 5 | 05408 | 86 | A | 3 | 0.0014 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 4 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 15 total violations across Burlington
- 0 health-based violations
- 5 of 5 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 10 | 5 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 5 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Burlington?
ZIP code 05405 has the highest safety score in Burlington at 95/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Burlington water safe to drink?
Burlington has an average water safety score of 92/100 (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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