Aurora, MN: 1 Violation - 72/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-07-23
ZipCheckup grade for Aurora: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
In current tracking cycles, Aurora records above-average water quality outcomes for MN; compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards and no systemic failures across its water systems.
How Aurora Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-23
Aurora Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 1 violation in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 87% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.88 - above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Aurora
Structurally, Aurora, MN's water supply is divided. Federal data identifies 3 water systems in the area, with 3 providers serving the bulk of residential connections. These utilities operate independently, meaning rate-setting authority and EPA compliance accountability are distributed rather than centralized.
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Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Aurora, Minnesota, covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 3,248 people.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Aurora: B (72/100)
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
Aurora water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Aurora
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55705 | B | 1 | 0 | Aurora |
All ZIP Codes in Aurora
- 55705 [B] - 1 violation
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.
CDC Health Data for Aurora
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Aurora
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Aurora's Housing Stock?
With 87% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Because the majority of Aurora's housing predates 1986, when lead solder was banned from new plumbing, the median build year of 1950 reflects a city where lead-era plumbing materials are common rather than exceptional.
Over half of homes in Aurora were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Aurora: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Because property values in Aurora comfortably exceed estimated remediation costs, the equity impact here is proportionally small.
Remediation costs in Aurora are relatively low compared to home values. The $0–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 48% below the Minnesota average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Aurora
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.
When older housing represents 87% of the local inventory or aggregate readings approach the federal action level, an in-home check becomes the standard way to translate citywide averages into the specific reality of an individual Aurora address.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Aurora, MN