Wake Island, HI Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Wake Island: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Compared to top-scoring cities in HI, Wake Island lands in the middle tier - some water systems meet standards cleanly, others carry documented violations, and performance can vary significantly across service areas.
How Wake Island Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Who Supplies Your Water in Wake Island
Across most of Wake Island, HI, residential water comes from a single utility. That provider sets rates, manages infrastructure maintenance, and files compliance reports with the EPA on behalf of the households it serves. Federal tracking data shows 1 system on record, but one carries the bulk of the service load.
- C
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Wake Island, Hawaii, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 5,998 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Wake Island as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Wake Island: 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
Wake Island water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Wake Island
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96898 | C | KEKAHA-WAIMEA | 5,998 |
All ZIP Codes in Wake Island
- 96898 [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.
What You Can Do in Wake Island
- 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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Wake Island, HI