North Las Vegas, NV Water Safety: 98/100 (2026)
10 ZIP codes · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Drinking water tracked for North Las Vegas by NV authorities posts above-average scores — the majority of systems are free from health-based exceedances and the city's grade sits above the state median.
How North Las Vegas Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: North Las Vegas, NV
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of water safety grades across North Las Vegas.
North Las Vegas Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.0014 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 14% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.48 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving North Las Vegas
Water delivery in North Las Vegas, NV is handled by 3 utilities rather than a single system — drawn from 3 providers in federal records, each filing its own compliance reports and setting its own rates.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 10 ZIP codes in North Las Vegas, Nevada (population ~267,181), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 1,934,873 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in North Las Vegas — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for North Las Vegas: A (98/100)
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
North Las Vegas water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0014 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 10 ZIP codes
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89030 | A | North Las Vegas Utilities | 376,515 |
| 89031 | A | North Las Vegas Utilities | 376,515 |
| 89032 | A | North Las Vegas Utilities | 376,515 |
| 89033 | A | North Las Vegas Utilities | 376,515 |
| 89036 | A | North Las Vegas Utilities | 376,515 |
| 89081 | A | North Las Vegas Utilities | 376,515 |
| 89084 | A | North Las Vegas Utilities | 376,515 |
| 89085 | A | North Las Vegas Utilities | 376,515 |
| 89086 | A | North Las Vegas Utilities | 376,515 |
| 89087 | A | North Las Vegas Utilities | 376,515 |
All ZIP Codes in North Las Vegas
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 North Las Vegas
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
How Old Is North Las Vegas's Housing Stock?
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
Compared to many older metro areas, North Las Vegas carries a relatively newer housing profile — the median build year of 1998 places most of the stock in the post-1986 era when lead solder was federally banned from new plumbing. That shift meaningfully reduces the baseline likelihood of lead leaching from copper joint solder. Homes from before 1986 do still exist in the mix, however, and individual testing remains the only way to confirm what a specific tap actually delivers.
Most homes in North Las Vegas 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.
North Las Vegas: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Given current North Las Vegas valuations, the remediation-to-property-value ratio is low — most homeowners are looking at a proportionally modest share that fits within routine financial planning.
Remediation costs in North Las Vegas are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,067–$2,267 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 5% below the Nevada average.
Protecting Children from Lead in North Las Vegas
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.
Older homes from the pre-rule era make up 14% of North Las Vegas's inventory, a contained slice. Citywide aggregate readings stay below 0.015 mg/L under EPA Lead and Copper Rule monitoring, suggesting systemic lead is not a dominant local concern. What the aggregate cannot do is reflect conditions inside any single building, where interior plumbing age, water chemistry, and stagnation patterns interact differently than they do across thousands of service connections combined into one figure.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for North Las Vegas
Measured across the NFIP's multi-decade tracking period, North Las Vegas shows a moderate flood record — 8 claims and 30% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone status. For water quality, that combination matters because flood events at this frequency can periodically stress infrastructure: treatment plants, private wells, and distribution systems all face elevated risk during significant flooding.
North Las Vegas has a moderate flood history with 8 FEMA claims averaging $12,641 per payout. 30% 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>$1,600</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.
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