Coolidge, AZ: 8 Health Violations — 79/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 6 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Coolidge, AZ: reliable drinking water, above-average safety record, few violations.
How Coolidge Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Coolidge Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 92 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0015 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.46 — above typical levels.
Coolidge's Water Providers
Coolidge, AZ is covered by 3 major water utilities out of 6 federally tracked systems, each managing its own pipes, treatment processes, and EPA filings. What a household gets from the tap depends on which provider's system serves that address.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Coolidge, Arizona (population ~18,582), covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 152,897 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 8 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Coolidge: B (79/100)
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
Coolidge water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0015 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 42 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 24 | 2 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 21 | 2 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 18 | 2 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85128 | B | 46 | 4 | Arizona Water Company - Pinal Valley |
| 85228 | B | 46 | 4 | Arizona Training Program |
All ZIP Codes in Coolidge
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.
Coolidge Community Health Snapshot
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
What's in Coolidge's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Coolidge
The equity-to-remediation ratio in Coolidge is moderate — worth planning for but within reach for most property owners.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Coolidge. The estimated $1,300–$4,450 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 32% below the Arizona average.
Coolidge: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Coolidge appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Coolidge: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Within the NFIP's national dataset, Coolidge falls in moderate-exposure territory — 3 documented incidents spanning multiple decades, with 100% of local ZIP codes sitting inside FEMA flood boundaries. That combination warrants inclusion in any thorough local water quality review.
Coolidge has a moderate flood history with 3 FEMA claims averaging $22,331 per payout. 100% 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>$2,500</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.
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