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Ocean Shores, WA: 2 Violations - Home Safety 99/100

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Ocean Shores: A.

No federal data flags a major home-safety concern for this ZIP.

Compared to statewide averages in WA, Ocean Shores scores well - health violations are below the norm and systems generally operate within federal standards.

How Ocean Shores Compares

Ocean Shores99/100
Washington avg86/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
A · 99
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
Radon Risk (Low)
$374K
Median Home Value
$1,200
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

Ocean Shores Water: The Quick Version

  • Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0021 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 33% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 14.51 - above typical levels.

Water Systems Serving Ocean Shores

Water service in Ocean Shores, WA is split across 2 utilities out of 2 tracked federally, each operating its own infrastructure and compliance record.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Ocean Shores, Washington (population ~7,187), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 11,719 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Ocean Shores: A (99/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Ocean Shores water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0021 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Lead Inorganic 2 1
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
98569 A 2 0 Ocean Shores Water Department

All ZIP Codes in Ocean Shores

  • 98569 [A] - 2 violations

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

CDC Health Data for Ocean Shores

11.5%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13.6%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
18.4%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 11.5% ↑
Diabetes 13.6% ↑
Mental Health 18.4% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Key Contaminants Detected in Ocean Shores

Lead 2 violations
Inorganic · EPA limit: 0.015 mg/L
Surface Water Treatment Rule 2 violations
Treatment Technique
Pathogens may not be adequately removed

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

How Old Is Ocean Shores's Housing Stock?

1994
Median Build Year
33%
Built Before 1986
4%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

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

Development in Ocean Shores unfolded across multiple decades, and the median build year of 1994 reflects a housing inventory where eras of construction are genuinely mixed - including portions that predate the federal prohibition on lead solder in plumbing.

1994
Median Year Built
33%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
4%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (4%) 1970–1986 (29%) Post-1986 (67%)

Most homes in Ocean Shores 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.

Ocean Shores: Remediation Cost in Perspective

Setting Ocean Shores remediation figures against its property market, the resulting ratio sits comfortably in the low tier - a classification that reflects the kind of household financial position where most homeowners can identify documented issues, schedule the work, and absorb the cost without it registering as a significant budget disruption.

Median Home Value
$373,900
Est. Remediation
$1,200
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Remediation costs in Ocean Shores are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$1,800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 20% below the Washington average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Ocean Shores

33%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0021
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

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.

Reading the local data together points toward a structural gap that matters more here than in low-exposure communities. 33% of Ocean Shores stock comes from the pre-rule era, and citywide monitoring either approaches or sits beyond the federal benchmark under Lead and Copper Rule sampling. A baseline kit fits the routine-diligence category, with certified filtration available via retailer networks where confirmed faucet results warrant additional measures.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Ocean Shores

28
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$30,711
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Ocean Shores contains 28 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $30,711. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

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. The <strong>$1,200</strong> remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Ocean Shores, WA

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Ocean Shores, WA?
Ocean Shores has an average Home Safety Score of 99/100 (Grade A) under model 4.0.0. The score combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AQI, and is published only when all required domains are observed. 2 EPA violations have been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many water violations does Ocean Shores have?
Ocean Shores water systems have a total of 2 EPA violations. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Ocean Shores water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Ocean Shores is 0.0021 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Ocean Shores compare to Washington average?
Ocean Shores has an average Home Safety Score of 99/100, which is above the Washington state average of 86/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Ocean Shores?
Ocean Shores is served by 2 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 7,187 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Ocean Shores?
Estimated remediation costs in Ocean Shores average $1,200 per household, ranging from $800 to $1,800. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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