ZipCheckup grade for 61625: D.
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Peoria, IL (61625): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 50/100
EPA data for Il American-peoria
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 61625 in Peoria, IL contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.009 mg/L is below the EPA action level, but EPA's health goal for lead is zero; filtration is advisable.
- PFAS At least one PFAS result is above an EPA MCL value (UCMR5 sampling; MCL compliance required from 2029).
- Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
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Although the dataset for Peoria (61625) is limited in scope, one critical condition stands as the only elevated finding on record.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 50/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (8) HIGH
Your Water System
ZIP code 61625 in Peoria, Illinois is mapped to the water system Il American-peoria (EPA ID: IL1435030). This system provides water to approximately 137,575 people from surface water sources.
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- 60012 (Crystal Lake) - 47 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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- 60017 (Des Plaines)
- 60018 (Des Plaines) - 24 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60019 (Des Plaines)
- 60020 (Fox Lake) - 114 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60021 (Fox River Grove) - 22 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 61606 (Peoria) - <1 mi
- 61636 (Peoria) - 1 mi
- 61604 (Peoria) - 1 mi - 10 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 61634 (Peoria) - 1 mi
- 61605 (Peoria) - 1 mi - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 61601 (Peoria) - 1 mi
- 61602 (Peoria) - 1 mi
- 61637 (Peoria) - 1 mi
- 61629 (Peoria) - 1 mi
- 61603 (Peoria) - 2 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Il American-peoria (IL1435030) on EPA.gov.
5 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 61625. One or more compound results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029.
Detected compounds: PFBA, PFPeA, PFHxA, PFOS, PFBS.
Highest measured level: 0.0088 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Environmental Hazards (9) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (7) OK
Cost & Community (6) OK
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 61625 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 61625 (primary system: Il American-peoria), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 61625's water come from?
The recorded water source for Il American-peoria, a system mapped to ZIP code 61625, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 137,575 people.
How does Peoria water compare to the national average?
Peoria's Home Safety Score ranks lower than 93% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 97% of ZIP codes within Illinois.
How can I get my water tested in Peoria?
If Il American-peoria supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 61625 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 61625 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.009 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2026-06-30). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 61625?
61625 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Peoria County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 61625's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 61625. One or more PFAS results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Peoria, IL (61625): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 50/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/61625/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 61625
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61606 | Peoria, IL | <1 mi | D | 0 |
| 61636 | Peoria, IL | 1.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 61604 | Peoria, IL | 1.3 mi | D | 10 |
| 61634 | Peoria, IL | 1.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 61605 | Peoria, IL | 1.4 mi | N/A | 5 |
| 61601 | Peoria, IL | 1.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 61602 | Peoria, IL | 1.5 mi | D | 0 |
| 61637 | Peoria, IL | 1.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 61629 | Peoria, IL | 1.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 61603 | Peoria, IL | 2.4 mi | D | 1 |
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