Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Charleston, WV Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
47 ZIP codes · 2,444 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Charleston, WV. We analyzed 47 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (94/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 38 | 81% |
| B | 9 | 19% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Charleston ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25305 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 2 | 25317 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 3 | 25324 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 4 | 25325 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 5 | 25326 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 6 | 25327 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 7 | 25328 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 8 | 25331 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 9 | 25332 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 10 | 25334 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 11 | 25335 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 12 | 25336 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 13 | 25337 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 14 | 25338 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 15 | 25339 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 16 | 25350 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 17 | 25358 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 18 | 25360 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 19 | 25361 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 20 | 25364 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 21 | 25375 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 22 | 25389 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 23 | 25392 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 24 | 25396 | 98 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 25 | 25301 | 94 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 26 | 25303 | 94 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 27 | 25321 | 94 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 28 | 25322 | 94 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 29 | 25323 | 94 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 30 | 25329 | 94 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 31 | 25330 | 94 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 32 | 25333 | 94 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 33 | 25356 | 94 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 34 | 25362 | 94 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 35 | 25365 | 94 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 36 | 25304 | 89 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 37 | 25315 | 89 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 38 | 25357 | 89 | A | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 39 | 25302 | 84 | B | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 40 | 25306 | 84 | B | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 41 | 25309 | 84 | B | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 42 | 25311 | 84 | B | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 43 | 25312 | 84 | B | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 44 | 25313 | 84 | B | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 45 | 25314 | 84 | B | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 46 | 25320 | 84 | B | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 47 | 25387 | 84 | B | 52 | 0.0010 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 35 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 12 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 2,444 total violations across Charleston
- 47 health-based violations
- 47 of 47 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | 517 | 47 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 188 | 47 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 188 | 47 |
| E. coli | 188 | 47 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | 188 | 47 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Charleston?
ZIP code 25305 has the highest safety score in Charleston at 98/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Charleston water safe to drink?
Charleston has an average water safety score of 94/100 (A). 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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