CITY REPORT WA HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 2

Quincy, WA: PFAS Found in Water - Home Safety 67/100

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Quincy: C.

A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.

Quincy lands in the middle of the grade scale in WA; EPA records can differ from one service area to the next.

How Quincy Compares

Quincy67/100
Washington avg86/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
C · 67
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$309K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.1% of home value)

Quincy Water: The Quick Version

  • Your city's water systems recorded 132 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0032 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 44% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 12.63.

Water Systems Serving Quincy

When a city is linked to 5 water systems, as Quincy, WA is in federal records, water in one neighborhood may come from a different system than in another. The 3 systems with the largest reported populations are shown below, and their compliance records are kept separately, so a violation logged for one does not describe the others.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Quincy, Washington (population ~13,014), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 52,425 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. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Quincy: C (67/100)

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

Quincy water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0032 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

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 12 1
Nitrate Inorganic 10 1
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene Organic 10 1
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene Organic 10 1
Dichloromethane Organic 10 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
98848 C 132 2 City of Quincy Water Department

All ZIP Codes in Quincy

  • 98848 [C] - 132 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

CDC Health Data for Quincy

10.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
11.5%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.8% ↑
Diabetes 11.5% ↑
Mental Health 17.8% ↑

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

Key Contaminants Detected in Quincy

Revised Total Coliform Rule 12 violations
Microbiological
Indicates possible bacterial contamination
Nitrate 10 violations
Inorganic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 10 mg/L
Blue baby syndrome in infants
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene 10 violations
Organic

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

How Old Is Quincy's Housing Stock?

1998
Median Build Year
44%
Built Before 1986
24%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 44% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

1998 is the median build year in Quincy, and the age breakdown below shows how much of the housing predates 1986.

1998
Median Year Built
44%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
24%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (24%) 1970–1986 (20%) Post-1986 (56%)

Most homes in Quincy were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Quincy: Remediation Cost in Perspective

Measured against the median home value, the estimated cost of fixing the issues flagged for Quincy lands in the lowest of the three tiers this page uses.

Median Home Value
$308,800
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.1%

Estimated remediation costs in Quincy can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 34% below the Washington average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Quincy

44%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0032
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

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

Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Quincy

1
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$37,323
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Quincy contains 1 flood insurance claim. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $37,323. 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 $300 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.

What You Can Do in Quincy

  1. Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Check the certification, price and turnaround time of any water test kit or lab service.
  2. Install a certified water filter. For Revised Total Coliform Rule, listed in the water-quality records for Quincy: if it is a rule or reporting requirement rather than a contaminant, ask your utility what the record involved; for bacteria, follow any boil-water notice from your utility; for a specific chemical contaminant, check whether a filter is certified to reduce it. Not every contaminant has a consumer filter certification.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. With 44% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Quincy, WA

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Quincy, WA?
Quincy has an average Home Safety Score of 67/100 (Grade C) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 132 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Quincy?
EPA records list 132 EPA violations, including 2 health-based violations for Quincy water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Quincy water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Quincy is 0.0032 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Quincy compare to Washington average?
Quincy has an average Home Safety Score of 67/100, which is below the Washington state average of 86/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Quincy?
Our records map 5 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Quincy. The related population figure in our data is approximately 13,014 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Quincy?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Quincy: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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