Lead Exceeds EPA Limit in 2 Areas - Milwaukee, WI
42 ZIP codes · 42 EPA violations
Data source: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score registry; EPA SDWIS; EPA radon; EPA AirNow
ZipCheckup compares 42 ZIP codes across Milwaukee, WI. The area averages a grade B (82/100); 6 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Home-safety conditions vary across Milwaukee, WI. We compared 42 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 B (82/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 26 | 93% |
| C | 2 | 7% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Milwaukee ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 53202 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 2 | 53203 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 3 | 53204 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 4 | 53205 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 5 | 53206 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 6 | 53207 | 83 | B | 1 | 0.0077 mg/L |
| 7 | 53208 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0084 mg/L |
| 8 | 53209 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0110 mg/L |
| 9 | 53210 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0084 mg/L |
| 10 | 53212 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0110 mg/L |
| 11 | 53213 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0084 mg/L |
| 12 | 53214 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0084 mg/L |
| 13 | 53215 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 14 | 53216 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 15 | 53218 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 16 | 53219 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 17 | 53220 | 83 | B | 2 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 18 | 53222 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0084 mg/L |
| 19 | 53224 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0021 mg/L |
| 20 | 53225 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0084 mg/L |
| 21 | 53226 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0084 mg/L |
| 22 | 53227 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 23 | 53228 | 83 | B | 2 | 0.0003 mg/L |
| 24 | 53233 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 25 | 53295 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 26 | 53221 | 81 | B | 4 | 0.0077 mg/L |
| 27 | 53211 | 67 | C | 16 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 28 | 53217 | 67 | C | 17 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 29 | 53201 | — | — | — | No data |
| 30 | 53223 | — | — | — | No data |
| 31 | 53234 | — | — | — | No data |
| 32 | 53237 | — | — | — | No data |
| 33 | 53244 | — | — | — | No data |
| 34 | 53259 | — | — | — | No data |
| 35 | 53263 | — | — | — | No data |
| 36 | 53267 | — | — | — | No data |
| 37 | 53268 | — | — | — | No data |
| 38 | 53274 | — | — | — | No data |
| 39 | 53278 | — | — | — | No data |
| 40 | 53288 | — | — | — | No data |
| 41 | 53290 | — | — | — | No data |
| 42 | 53293 | — | — | — | No data |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 25 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 3 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 42 total violations across Milwaukee
- 4 health-based violations
- 6 of 28 directly mapped ZIP records have violations
- 2 of 28 ZIP records with known lead status exceed the EPA action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 15 | 2 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 15 | 3 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 4 | 4 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 3 | 3 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 3 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Milwaukee?
ZIP code 53202 has the highest safety score in Milwaukee at 83/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Milwaukee water safe to drink?
The Home Safety Score is not a drinking-water grade. Across 28 directly mapped ZIP records, 42 EPA violations are recorded; 2 of 28 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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