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Oakley, CA Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
0
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$632K
Median Home Value

What You Should Know About Oakley Water

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0031 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 31% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 10.72.

Who Supplies Your Water in Oakley

The 3 largest of 5 systems connected with Oakley, CA are listed below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Oakley, California (population ~45,386), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 421,017 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count.

Water Sources

Oakley water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0031 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is 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
94561 — Contra Costa Water District 198,000

All ZIP Codes in Oakley

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Oakley

9.4%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
11.3%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
15.3%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

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

Asthma 9.4% ↓
Diabetes 11.3% ↑
Mental Health 15.3% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Housing & Infrastructure in Oakley

1995
Median Build Year
31%
Built Before 1986
11%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Lead solder was allowed in new plumbing until the 1986 federal restrictions, which is why older homes in Oakley deserve a closer look; the median build year is 1995.

1995
Median Year Built
31%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
11%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (11%) 1970–1986 (20%) Post-1986 (69%)

Most homes in Oakley were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Oakley

31%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0031
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

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 Oakley

19
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$5,941
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Oakley contains 19 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $5,941. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% 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.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Oakley water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Oakley is 0.0031 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Oakley?
Our records map 5 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Oakley. The related population figure in our data is approximately 45,386 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
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How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Oakley, CA Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/ca/oakley/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Oakley, CA Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable}},
  year   = {2026},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/cities/ca/oakley/}
}

Page version: October 2026.

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