North Little Rock, AR Water Safety: 84/100 (2026)
9 ZIP codes · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems in North Little Rock, AR serve households with few reported safety events.
How North Little Rock Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: North Little Rock, AR
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of water safety grades across North Little Rock.
North Little Rock Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $1,320 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.91 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving North Little Rock
Throughout North Little Rock, AR, water comes from one of 3 primary utilities out of 4 total systems — independent providers with different rate structures, infrastructure, and compliance records that vary across the service territory.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 9 ZIP codes in North Little Rock, Arkansas (population ~69,436), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 418,034 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in North Little Rock — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for North Little Rock: B (84/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
North Little Rock water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for North Little Rock
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 9 ZIP codes
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72114 | B | CENTRAL ARKANSAS WATER | 368,455 |
| 72115 | A | Camp Robinson | 1,500 |
| 72116 | B | CENTRAL ARKANSAS WATER | 368,455 |
| 72117 | B | CENTRAL ARKANSAS WATER | 368,455 |
| 72118 | B | Camp Robinson | 1,500 |
| 72119 | A | Camp Robinson | 1,500 |
| 72124 | A | Camp Robinson | 1,500 |
| 72190 | A | Camp Robinson | 1,500 |
| 72199 | A | CENTRAL ARKANSAS WATER | 368,455 |
All ZIP Codes in North Little Rock
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for North Little Rock
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
North Little Rock: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Looking at how documented remediation costs fit within North Little Rock property values, the equity share lands in the moderate tier — a finding that positions the household financial perspective between routine maintenance and a significant budget commitment, where most homeowners can successfully address documented issues by treating the expense as a planned financial priority rather than an unexpected one.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in North Little Rock. The estimated $880–$1,940 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 6% below the Arkansas average.
Climate-Related Water Risk for North Little Rock
272 FEMA flood insurance claims are on file for North Little Rock, and 44% of local ZIP codes fall within federally designated flood zones — enough to put flood exposure on the planning radar, though short of the concentrated-risk threshold where treatment-system vulnerability becomes a primary consideration.
North Little Rock has a moderate flood history with 272 FEMA claims averaging $15,404 per payout. 44% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,320</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for North Little Rock, AR