Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Racine, WI Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
8 ZIP codes · 112 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Racine, WI. We analyzed 8 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (79/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 8 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Racine ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 53401 | 80 | B | 14 | 0.0057 mg/L |
| 2 | 53402 | 80 | B | 14 | 0.0057 mg/L |
| 3 | 53403 | 80 | B | 14 | 0.0057 mg/L |
| 4 | 53406 | 80 | B | 14 | 0.0057 mg/L |
| 5 | 53407 | 80 | B | 14 | 0.0057 mg/L |
| 6 | 53408 | 80 | B | 14 | 0.0057 mg/L |
| 7 | 53404 | 75 | B | 14 | 0.0057 mg/L |
| 8 | 53405 | 75 | B | 14 | 0.0057 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 8 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 112 total violations across Racine
- 8 health-based violations
- 8 of 8 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | 48 | 8 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 24 | 8 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 24 | 8 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 8 | 8 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 8 | 8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Racine?
ZIP code 53401 has the highest safety score in Racine at 80/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Racine water safe to drink?
Racine has an average water safety score of 79/100 (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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