Aleutians East County, Alaska
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 96/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-04
The 5 water systems serving Aleutians East County show strong compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How Aleutians East County Compares
How Aleutians East County Compares
Aleutians East County scores 21 points above the Alaska state average (75/100) and 28 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Aleutians East County, Alaska
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 11.4 (asthma 7.8%, diabetes 12.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $774, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.528% avg pipe failure probability, 80% of ZIPs at high risk
59.6% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Aleutians East County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 7 violations. Past 5 years: 10 total (10 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $774
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
1,067 housing units in Aleutians East County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Aleutians East County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Aleutians East County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Aleutians East County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Aleutians East County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akutan | 95 | 149 |
| 2 | Sand Point Water System | 830 | 21 |
| 3 | False Pass Treatment Plant | 393 | 7 |
| 4 | King Cove | 972 | 6 |
| 5 | Cold Bay | 182 | 3 |
All ZIP Codes in Aleutians East County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Aleutians East County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 99553 | Akutan | 98 | A | 149 (1 health) | $91K |
| 2 | 99571 | Cold Bay | 98 | A | 3 | $163K |
| 3 | 99612 | King Cove | 98 | A | 6 (1 health) | $111K |
| 4 | 99583 | False Pass | 93 | A | 7 (2 health) | — |
| 5 | 99661 | Sand Point | 92 | A | 21 (6 health) | $196K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Aleutians East County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 59.6% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Aleutians East County, Alaska
Overview
Aleutians East County in Alaska covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (96/100).
5 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 10 health-based violations have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.