Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Milwaukee, WI Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
42 ZIP codes · 1,722 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Milwaukee, WI. We analyzed 42 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (77/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 39 | 93% |
| C | 3 | 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 | 53201 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 2 | 53202 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 3 | 53203 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 4 | 53204 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 5 | 53205 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 6 | 53206 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 7 | 53207 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 8 | 53210 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 9 | 53212 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 10 | 53214 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 11 | 53219 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 12 | 53220 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 13 | 53228 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 14 | 53233 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 15 | 53234 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 16 | 53237 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 17 | 53244 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 18 | 53259 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 19 | 53263 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 20 | 53267 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 21 | 53268 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 22 | 53274 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 23 | 53278 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 24 | 53288 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 25 | 53290 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 26 | 53293 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 27 | 53295 | 80 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 28 | 53208 | 75 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 29 | 53211 | 75 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 30 | 53215 | 75 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 31 | 53221 | 75 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 32 | 53222 | 75 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 33 | 53224 | 75 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 34 | 53225 | 75 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 35 | 53226 | 75 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 36 | 53227 | 75 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 37 | 53213 | 70 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 38 | 53216 | 70 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 39 | 53223 | 70 | B | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 40 | 53209 | 65 | C | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 41 | 53217 | 65 | C | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
| 42 | 53218 | 65 | C | 41 | 0.0053 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 27 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 15 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 1,722 total violations across Milwaukee
- 84 health-based violations
- 42 of 42 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 630 | 42 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 336 | 42 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 252 | 42 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 168 | 42 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 126 | 42 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Milwaukee?
ZIP code 53201 has the highest safety score in Milwaukee at 80/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Milwaukee water safe to drink?
Milwaukee has an average water safety score of 77/100 (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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