Albany, OK Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Albany: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Across water systems in Albany, safety results are uneven - a portion carry active or recent violations, while others meet federal standards without incident, placing the city in the middle tier for OK.
How Albany Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Key Facts for Albany Residents
- Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.11 - above typical levels.
Albany's Water Providers
A single dominant system supplies most of Albany, OK. That utility controls infrastructure decisions, rate structures, and EPA compliance reporting for most residential addresses served across those 1 tracked system.
- C
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Albany, Oklahoma, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 15,545 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Albany as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Albany: C (66/100)
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
Albany water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Albany
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74721 | C | DURANT UTILITIES AUTHORITY | 15,545 |
All ZIP Codes in Albany
- 74721 [C]
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.
Albany Community Health Snapshot
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
What You Can Do in Albany
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Albany, OK