Sedona, AZ: 5 Health Violations — 78/100 (2026)
5 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Sedona, safety indicators for tap water remain above the AZ median — documented violations are infrequent and the city's compliance record sits in the upper tier.
How Sedona Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Sedona, AZ
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Sedona's 5 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Sedona Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 75 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.006 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,780 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.37 — above typical levels.
Sedona's Water Providers
At present, 3 utilities serve the bulk of Sedona, AZ's residential water connections out of 5 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 5 ZIP codes in Sedona, Arizona, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 17,783 people.
5 of 5 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 5 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Sedona: B (78/100)
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
Sedona water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0060 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): 5 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 | 24 | 5 |
| Barium | Inorganic | 18 | 5 |
| Total Organic Carbon | Disinfection Byproducts | 12 | 5 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 5 |
| Bromochloroacetic Acid | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 5 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86336 | B | 15 | 1 | Arizona Water Company - Sedona |
| 86339 | B | 15 | 1 | Arizona Water Company - Sedona |
| 86340 | B | 15 | 1 | Arizona Water Company - Sedona |
| 86341 | B | 15 | 1 | Arizona Water Company - Sedona |
| 86351 | B | 15 | 1 | Arizona Water Company - Sedona |
All ZIP Codes in Sedona
- 86336 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 86339 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 86340 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 86341 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 86351 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
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.
Sedona 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 Sedona's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Sedona
While no remediation project is entirely without cost, the relationship between estimated remediation and property values in Sedona is notably favorable — the equity share is small enough that the household financial perspective is one of proportionality rather than pressure, and most homeowners can treat it as routine planning rather than a significant financial event.
Remediation costs in Sedona are relatively low compared to home values. The $870–$2,940 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 131% above the Arizona average.
Sedona: 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 Sedona 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.
Sedona: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Flood risk in Sedona occupies the middle ground: 158 NFIP claims and 40% of local ZIP codes within FEMA flood zones. At that level, the risk pathways connecting flooding to water quality — treatment system stress, well infiltration, distribution backflow — become relevant considerations during significant flood events, even if day-to-day water quality is unaffected by flood history.
Sedona has a moderate flood history with 158 FEMA claims averaging $8,941 per payout. 40% 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>$1,780</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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