Milwaukee, WI Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade B
42 ZIP codes · 1,722 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 42 ZIP codes across Milwaukee, WI. The area averages a grade B (77/100); 42 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
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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