Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Parkersburg, WV Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
5 ZIP codes · 30 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Parkersburg, WV. We analyzed 5 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (76/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 4 | 80% |
| C | 1 | 20% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Parkersburg ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26103 | 82 | B | 6 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 2 | 26106 | 82 | B | 6 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 3 | 26102 | 77 | B | 6 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 4 | 26104 | 72 | B | 6 | 0.0016 mg/L |
| 5 | 26101 | 67 | C | 6 | 0.0016 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 4 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 30 total violations across Parkersburg
- 5 health-based violations
- 5 of 5 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 15 | 5 |
| Chlorite | 5 | 5 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 5 | 5 |
| Contaminant 0700 | 5 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Parkersburg?
ZIP code 26103 has the highest safety score in Parkersburg at 82/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Parkersburg water safe to drink?
Parkersburg has an average water safety score of 76/100 (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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