Las Cruces, NM: 9 Health Violations — 84/100 (2026)
9 ZIP codes · 13 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike many cities its size in NM, Las Cruces keeps health-based violation rates low — systems here score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.
How Las Cruces Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Las Cruces, NM
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of water safety grades across Las Cruces.
Las Cruces Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 63 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.002 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,833 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.25 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Las Cruces
In Las Cruces, NM, residential water supply is distributed across multiple utilities rather than concentrated in one. The 3 leading providers out of 13 tracked systems each control their own infrastructure, file separate EPA compliance reports, and set independent rate schedules.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 9 ZIP codes in Las Cruces, New Mexico, covering 13 community water systems serving approximately 157,191 people.
9 of 9 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 9 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Las Cruces: B (84/100)
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
Las Cruces water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0020 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 30 | 9 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 9 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 9 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 9 |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other | 10 | 9 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88001 | A | 7 | 1 | Las Cruces Municipal Water System |
| 88003 | A | 7 | 1 | New Mexico State University |
| 88004 | A | 7 | 1 | Las Cruces Municipal Water System |
| 88005 | B | 7 | 1 | Las Cruces Municipal Water System |
| 88006 | A | 7 | 1 | Las Cruces Municipal Water System |
| 88007 | B | 7 | 1 | Las Cruces Municipal Water System |
| 88011 | B | 7 | 1 | Las Cruces Municipal Water System |
| 88012 | A | 7 | 1 | Las Cruces Municipal Water System |
| 88013 | A | 7 | 1 | Las Cruces Municipal Water System |
All ZIP Codes in Las Cruces
- 88001 [A] — 7 violations ⚠
- 88003 [A] — 7 violations ⚠
- 88004 [A] — 7 violations ⚠
- 88005 [B] — 7 violations ⚠
- 88006 [A] — 7 violations ⚠
- 88007 [B] — 7 violations ⚠
- 88011 [B] — 7 violations ⚠
- 88012 [A] — 7 violations ⚠
- 88013 [A] — 7 violations ⚠
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 Las Cruces
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 Las Cruces
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Las Cruces: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Low proportionality — that's the Las Cruces picture when remediation costs are placed against typical home equity.
Remediation costs in Las Cruces are relatively low compared to home values. The $906–$3,044 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 8% above the New Mexico average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Las Cruces
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.
Lead risk in Las Cruces appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Las Cruces
Multiple flood events have been recorded for Las Cruces through the NFIP — 115 claims in total, with 78% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated zones — pointing to a flood exposure profile that merits inclusion in a water quality assessment without reaching high-severity planning territory.
Las Cruces has a moderate flood history with 115 FEMA claims averaging $10,273 per payout. 78% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,833</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Las Cruces, NM