Fairbanks North Star County, Alaska
15 ZIP codes · Avg score 76/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04
The 15 water systems serving Fairbanks North Star County show strong compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How Fairbanks North Star County Compares
How Fairbanks North Star County Compares
Fairbanks North Star County scores 1 points above the Alaska state average (75/100) and 8 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Fairbanks North Star County, Alaska
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 11.2 (asthma 10%, diabetes 7.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,035, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.429% avg pipe failure probability, 57% of ZIPs at high risk
47.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Fairbanks North Star County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 12 violations. Past 5 years: 15 total (15 health-based).
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: $1,035
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
42,476 housing units in Fairbanks North Star 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 Fairbanks North Star County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Fairbanks North Star 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 Fairbanks North Star 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 Fairbanks North Star County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Golden Heart Utilities | 78,324 | 130 |
| 2 | College Utilities Corporation | 27,000 | 130 |
| 3 | Doyon Utilities Jber - Richardson | 20,284 | 130 |
| 4 | Ft Wainwright - Main Post | 20,076 | 130 |
| 5 | University of Alaska - Fairbanks | 6,200 | 130 |
12 total water systems serve Fairbanks North Star County.
All ZIP Codes in Fairbanks North Star County
15 ZIP codes tracked in Fairbanks North Star County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 99703 | Fort Wainwright | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 2 | 99702 | Eielson Afb | 82 | B | 5 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 99707 | Fairbanks | 78 | B | 13 (2 health) | — |
| 4 | 99708 | Fairbanks | 78 | B | 13 (2 health) | — |
| 5 | 99710 | Fairbanks | 78 | B | 13 (2 health) | — |
| 6 | 99712 | Fairbanks | 78 | B | 13 (2 health) | $293K |
| 7 | 99706 | Fairbanks | 77 | B | 13 (2 health) | $336K |
| 8 | 99711 | Fairbanks | 77 | B | 13 (2 health) | — |
| 9 | 99775 | Fairbanks | 77 | B | 13 (2 health) | — |
| 10 | 99790 | Fairbanks | 77 | B | 13 (2 health) | — |
| 11 | 99705 | North Pole | 73 | B | 12 (2 health) | $290K |
| 12 | 99714 | Salcha | 72 | B | 18 (1 health) | $251K |
| 13 | 99716 | Two Rivers | 72 | B | 0 | — |
| 14 | 99701 | Fairbanks | 68 | C | 13 (2 health) | $235K |
| 15 | 99709 | Fairbanks | 68 | C | 13 (2 health) | $296K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Fairbanks North Star 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 Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Fairbanks North Star County, Alaska
Overview
Fairbanks North Star County in Alaska covers 15 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (76/100).
13 of 15 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 24 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.