COUNTY REPORT AK

Bristol Bay County, Alaska

3 ZIP codes · Avg score 81/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04

For households in Bristol Bay County, the 3 ZIP codes on record show consistently safe tap water.

How Bristol Bay County Compares

Bristol Bay County81/100
Alaska avg75/100
National avg68/100

How Bristol Bay County Compares

B
County Grade
81/100
Avg Safety Score
3
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems

Bristol Bay County scores 6 points above the Alaska state average (75/100) and 13 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04

B
County Grade
81
Avg Safety Score
3
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 99670 (98/100)
Lowest ZIP: 99633 (50/100)
$280K
Median Home Value
$300
Avg Remediation (11% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13.4 (asthma 11%, diabetes 11.3%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $440, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.473% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk

58% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.3% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 34.9% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1974
Median Build Year
58%
Pre-1978 Housing
47%
Pipe Failure Probability
67%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $440

Energy Code Gap $210/yr
Water / Lead $150/yr
Underground Tanks $80/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

895 housing units in Bristol Bay County

Pre-1940 4%
1940–1959 4%
1960–1979 36%
1980–1999 44%
2000+ 13%

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 Bristol Bay County

$280K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation Cost
0.1%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Bristol Bay 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 Bristol Bay County residents

Asthma 11% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.3% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 34.9% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

All ZIP Codes in Bristol Bay County

3 ZIP codes tracked in Bristol Bay County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 99670 South Naknek 98 A 15 (1 health) $104K
2 99613 King Salmon 94 A 2 $318K
3 99633 Naknek 50 D 0 $280K

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Overview

Bristol Bay County in Alaska covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (81/100).

2 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Bristol Bay County?
Bristol Bay County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 3 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Bristol Bay County?
Bristol Bay County is served by 2 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 3 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Bristol Bay County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Bristol Bay County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $440 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Bristol Bay County?
The median home build year in Bristol Bay County is 1974. 58% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Bristol Bay County compare to Alaska?
Bristol Bay County has an average water safety score of 81/100, which is above the Alaska state average of 75/100.

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