Baldwin Place, NY Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
For households in Baldwin Place, NY water data shows a consistently above-average safety picture.
How Baldwin Place Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Baldwin Place Water
- Homes built before 1986: 21% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 10.47.
Who Supplies Your Water in Baldwin Place
At present, 2 utilities serve the bulk of Baldwin Place, NY's residential water connections out of 2 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Baldwin Place, New York (population ~1,295), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 4,348 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Baldwin Place — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Baldwin Place: B (73/100)
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
Baldwin Place water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Baldwin Place
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10505 | B | Somers Consolidated Water District #1 | 3,848 |
All ZIP Codes in Baldwin Place
- 10505 [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 Baldwin Place
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 Baldwin Place
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
A post-1986 majority in Baldwin Place's housing inventory — median build year 2006 — generally signals lower aggregate plumbing-era lead risk.
Most homes in Baldwin Place 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.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Baldwin Place Homeowners
What does remediation cost in financial context for Baldwin Place homeowners? Proportionally very little — the equity share here is low, and addressing documented issues is a manageable planning question rather than a material financial burden.
Remediation costs in Baldwin Place are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$1,800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 137% above the New York average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Baldwin Place
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.
Whenever aggregate samples pass the federal action benchmark and pre-rule housing — 21% in Baldwin Place — represents a smaller fraction, lead occupies a lower priority on the local picture.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Baldwin Place
Baldwin Place's NFIP claim count stays on the lower side of the range, suggesting flood exposure that merits baseline awareness rather than active mitigation planning. Water-quality implications of flooding are minimal when events are infrequent and limited in scale.
Baldwin Place has a relatively low flood history with 2 FEMA claims on record. While risk is limited, severe weather events can still impact water infrastructure.
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>$1,200</strong> remediation cost per household.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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