Glendale, CA Home Safety: Home Safety 58/100
14 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Glendale: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Glendale, CA holds a middle-tier grade; review the underlying water system records for the reasons behind it.
How Glendale Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
What You Should Know About Glendale Water
- Homes built before 1986: 72% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 10.71.
Who Supplies Your Water in Glendale
Service in Glendale, CA can differ by address: 2 water systems are tied to the area in federal records, and the 2 largest are listed with their violation records.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 14 ZIP codes in Glendale, California, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 173,495 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 9 of 14 ZIP codes.
The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 9 ZIP codes with a reported violation count.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Glendale: C (58/100)
Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| PFAS MCL Screen | UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
| Annual AQI | EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days |
Water Sources
Glendale water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: reported as 0 mg/L (a reported 0 is not proof of no lead; check the source record for its reporting limit) (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 9 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
14 of 14 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 2.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91201 | C | Glendale-city, Water Department | 188,784 |
| 91202 | — | Glendale-city, Water Department | 188,784 |
| 91203 | — | Glendale-city, Water Department | 188,784 |
| 91204 | — | Glendale-city, Water Department | 188,784 |
| 91205 | C | Glendale-city, Water Department | 188,784 |
| 91206 | C | Glendale-city, Water Department | 188,784 |
| 91207 | — | Glendale-city, Water Department | 188,784 |
| 91208 | C | Glendale-city, Water Department | 188,784 |
| 91210 | — | Glendale-city, Water Department | 188,784 |
All ZIP Codes in Glendale
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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Health Outcomes in Glendale
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Housing & Infrastructure in Glendale
With 72% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Pre-1986 homes make up a large part of Glendale's housing; median build year 1968.
Over half of homes in Glendale were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Glendale Homeowners
How large is the remediation estimate next to home prices in Glendale? Small in relative terms: it amounts to 1% of the median value or less, although the dollar figure below is still an estimate and actual costs vary by property and contractor.
Estimated remediation costs in Glendale can be compared with local home values. The $400–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 44% above the California average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Glendale
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical NFIP Claim Context in Glendale
Historical NFIP data for Glendale contains 78 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $9,071. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 25% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.
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. The $600 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.
Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.
Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.
What You Can Do in Glendale
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Check the certification, price and turnaround time of any water test kit or lab service.
- Install a certified water filter. Choose a pitcher or under-sink filter certified to reduce the specific contaminants of concern.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 72% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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