Comstock, NE Water Safety: 83/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities in Comstock have maintained a consistent compliance record over recent monitoring periods — the city's above-average grade in NE reflects low violation rates and no systemic health concerns flagged in current data.
How Comstock Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Comstock Water
- Average lead level: 0.0019 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 92% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.88 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Comstock
One utility dominates residential water service in Comstock, NE — out of 1 system in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Comstock, Nebraska, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 232 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Comstock — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Comstock: B (83/100)
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
Comstock water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0019 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 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.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68828 | B | Comstock, Village of | 100 |
All ZIP Codes in Comstock
- 68828 [B]
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.
Health Outcomes in Comstock
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
Housing & Infrastructure in Comstock
With 92% 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
While newer cities carry lower aggregate plumbing risk from lead-era construction, Comstock sits firmly in the older category. The median build year of 1902 indicates that more than half the housing stock was built before 1986, when lead solder was still legally used in residential copper plumbing — and a substantial portion likely predates 1970, when lead pipes were still commonly installed for service lines. These two thresholds together define the elevated plumbing risk environment that older housing cities carry, independent of what the municipal water supply delivers to the meter.
Over half of homes in Comstock 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.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Comstock Homeowners
In Comstock, property values comfortably outpace what documented remediation typically costs — the equity share is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Comstock are relatively low compared to home values. The $0–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 33% below the Nebraska average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Comstock
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.
Although utility-side compliance with federal Lead and Copper requirements remains the system reference, that compliance does not extend down into interior plumbing. With 92% of Comstock stock built before the solder ban and aggregate readings at or beyond the action mark, a household-level sample becomes the practical way to close that information gap.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
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