COUNTY REPORT AK

Denali County, Alaska

5 ZIP codes · Avg score 57/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Denali County's water quality grade reflects a middle-ground assessment — its 5 ZIP codes range from fully compliant to violation-flagged.

How Denali County Compares

Denali County57/100
Alaska avg75/100
National avg68/100

How Denali County Compares

C
County Grade
57/100
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems

Denali County scores 18 points below the Alaska state average (75/100) and 11 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
57
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 99704 (86/100)
Lowest ZIP: 99755 (50/100)
$265K
Median Home Value

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Denali County, Alaska

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 11.6 (asthma 9.9%, diabetes 8.6%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $464, driven primarily by wildfire

Infrastructure: 0.3% avg pipe failure probability

50.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.9% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 8.6% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 31.3% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1984
Median Build Year
50.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
30%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
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: $464

Wildfire $180/yr
Energy Code Gap $144/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

1,321 housing units in Denali County

Pre-1940 2%
1940–1959 5%
1960–1979 23%
1980–1999 48%
2000+ 23%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Denali County residents

Asthma 9.9% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 8.6% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 31.3% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

All ZIP Codes in Denali County

5 ZIP codes tracked in Denali County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 99704 Clear 86 A 3
2 99729 Cantwell 50 D 0 $221K
3 99743 Healy 50 D 0 $309K
4 99744 Anderson 50 D 0 $176K
5 99755 Denali National Park 50 D 0 $458K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Denali County

Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.

Overview

Denali County in Alaska covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (57/100).

1 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Denali County?
Denali County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Denali County?
Denali County is served by 1 public water system that supplies drinking water to residents across 5 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Denali County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Denali County is wildfire. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $464 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Denali County?
The median home build year in Denali County is 1984. 50.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Denali County compare to Alaska?
Denali County has an average water safety score of 57/100, which is below the Alaska state average of 75/100.

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