Ocean View, HI Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current EPA data, Ocean View, HI reflects fair but uneven tap water safety.
How Ocean View Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Ocean View Residents
- Homes built before 1986: 5% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- CDC health risk index: 12.35 — above typical levels.
Ocean View's Water Providers
One utility dominates residential water service in Ocean View, HI — out of 1 system in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Ocean View, Hawaii, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 3,781 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Ocean View — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Ocean View: C (66/100)
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
Ocean View water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Ocean View
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96737 | C | PAHALA | 1,226 |
All ZIP Codes in Ocean View
- 96737 [C]
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.
Ocean View 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
Ocean View Infrastructure Age
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
The year 1986 marks a critical threshold in residential plumbing safety: that's when the federal government banned lead solder from new construction, closing a major pathway for lead entering household drinking water via pipe joints. Ocean View's median build year of 2009 signals that most of the city's housing was built under the newer standard. The distribution above tells the full story — the post-1986 majority lowers aggregate risk, but the pre-1986 share still deserves scrutiny from anyone living in or purchasing an older home.
Most homes in Ocean View were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Ocean View: 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.
Reading aggregate data alone gives a clean picture for Ocean View — system samples below the federal action mark and 5% pre-rule housing — yet that math averages many service connections. A one-tap draw gives the only direct read for a specific home.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Ocean View
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
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