Fair — Average Score 63/100
State Overview
Water quality across Florida receives an overall grade of C (Fair) with an average score of 63 out of 100, based on EPA compliance data from 1016 ZIP codes statewide. This is 12 points below the national average of 75, suggesting significant water quality challenges that affect residents statewide. Approximately 35% of ZIP codes (352 areas) receive a D or F grade, indicating communities with notable water quality concerns that warrant attention. The lowest-scoring area is ZIP code 33982 (Punta Gorda) with a score of 21/100. Scores are calculated from EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) violation records, lead and copper testing results, PFAS monitoring data from UCMR5, and enforcement actions over the past 5 years.
Lowest Scoring ZIP Codes