Lead Exceeds EPA Limit in 3 Areas - Spokane, WA
29 ZIP codes · 107 EPA violations
Data source: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score registry; EPA SDWIS; EPA radon; EPA AirNow
ZipCheckup compares 29 ZIP codes across Spokane, WA. The area averages a grade D (49/100); 11 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Home-safety conditions vary across Spokane, WA. We compared 29 ZIP codes using the current versioned Home Safety Score. Water compliance remains one component alongside PFAS screening, radon, and annual air quality.
City Overview: Grade D (49/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 1 | 7% |
| D | 14 | 93% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Spokane ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 99206 | 59 | C | 20 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 2 | 99201 | 50 | D | 0 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 3 | 99202 | 50 | D | 1 | 0.0028 mg/L |
| 4 | 99203 | 50 | D | 0 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 5 | 99204 | 50 | D | 0 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 6 | 99207 | 50 | D | 0 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 7 | 99258 | 50 | D | 0 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 8 | 99205 | 49 | D | 2 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 9 | 99218 | 49 | D | 3 | 0.0021 mg/L |
| 10 | 99208 | 47 | D | 10 | 0.0021 mg/L |
| 11 | 99212 | 47 | D | 7 | 0.0054 mg/L |
| 12 | 99224 | 47 | D | 10 | 0.0111 mg/L |
| 13 | 99223 | 46 | D | 10 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 14 | 99216 | 42 | D | 20 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 15 | 99217 | 42 | D | 21 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 16 | 99209 | — | — | — | No data |
| 17 | 99210 | — | — | — | No data |
| 18 | 99211 | — | — | — | No data |
| 19 | 99213 | — | — | — | No data |
| 20 | 99214 | — | — | — | No data |
| 21 | 99215 | — | — | — | No data |
| 22 | 99219 | — | — | — | No data |
| 23 | 99220 | — | — | — | No data |
| 24 | 99228 | — | — | — | No data |
| 25 | 99251 | — | — | 3 | 0.0021 mg/L |
| 26 | 99252 | — | — | — | No data |
| 27 | 99256 | — | — | — | No data |
| 28 | 99260 | — | — | — | No data |
| 29 | 99299 | — | — | — | No data |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 7 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 8 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 107 total violations across Spokane
- 2 health-based violations
- 11 of 16 directly mapped ZIP records have violations
- 3 of 16 ZIP records with known lead status exceed the EPA action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Lead | 32 | 9 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 26 | 10 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 14 | 6 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 14 | 6 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 11 | 7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Spokane?
ZIP code 99206 has the highest safety score in Spokane at 59/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Spokane water safe to drink?
The Home Safety Score is not a drinking-water grade. Across 16 directly mapped ZIP records, 107 EPA violations are recorded; 3 of 16 records with known lead status exceed the action level. Check the specific ZIP and serving system before drawing a property-level conclusion.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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