Oceanside, OR: 3 Health Violations - 95/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Oceanside: A.
No federal data flags a major home-safety concern for this ZIP.
Water systems serving Oceanside hold a strong EPA compliance record - the city places among the better-performing areas in OR with few health-based violations on file.
How Oceanside Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
What You Should Know About Oceanside Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 8 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.004 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 18% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.11 - above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Oceanside
Residential addresses in Oceanside, OR are served by 3 primary water providers out of 3 systems in federal records. Each system maintains separate infrastructure and files its own EPA compliance reports, so service conditions are not uniform across the city.
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Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Oceanside, Oregon (population ~152), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 2,470 people region-wide.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 3 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Oceanside: A (95/100)
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
Oceanside water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0040 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)
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 1 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 1 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 4 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97134 | A | 8 | 3 | Netarts Water District |
All ZIP Codes in Oceanside
- 97134 [A] - 8 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.
Health Outcomes in Oceanside
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
Top Contaminants in Oceanside Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Oceanside
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
Oceanside has a newer housing profile - median build year 1993, placing most homes after the 1986 lead-solder ban.
Most homes in Oceanside 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 Oceanside Homeowners
Within the Oceanside market, estimated remediation claims a small portion of typical property equity - the financial burden is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Oceanside are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 21% above the Oregon average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Oceanside
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.
Even with citywide samples reading clean and just 18% of Oceanside homes dating to the pre-rule era, individual-faucet conditions remain a separate question that aggregate utility data cannot resolve for one specific address. That gap is structural, not a function of severity.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Oceanside, OR