COUNTY REPORT AK

Kusilvak County, Alaska

11 ZIP codes · Avg score 76/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

In recent assessments, Kusilvak County's 11 ZIP codes record strong, consistent water safety outcomes.

How Kusilvak County Compares

Kusilvak County76/100
Alaska avg75/100
National avg68/100

How Kusilvak County Compares

B
County Grade
76/100
Avg Safety Score
11
ZIP Codes
11
Water Systems

Kusilvak 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: 2026-06-03

B
County Grade
76
Avg Safety Score
11
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 99657 (87/100)
Lowest ZIP: 99666 (55/100)
$50K
Median Home Value
$420
Avg Remediation (85% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Kusilvak 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: 17.9 (asthma 14.7%, diabetes 16.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $213, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.514% avg pipe failure probability, 91% of ZIPs at high risk

50.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across Kusilvak County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2021
6 (6 health)
2022
10 (10 health)
2023
11 (11 health)
2024
17 (17 health)
2025
5 (5 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 17 violations. Past 5 years: 49 total (49 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 14.7% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 46.5% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1984
Median Build Year
50.4%
Pre-1978 Housing
51%
Pipe Failure Probability
91%
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: $213

Energy Code Gap $172/yr
Water / Lead $41/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

1,794 housing units in Kusilvak County

Pre-1940 0%
1940–1959 2%
1960–1979 32%
1980–1999 43%
2000+ 23%

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 Kusilvak County

$50K
Median Home Value
$420
Est. Remediation Cost
0.8%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Kusilvak 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 Kusilvak County residents

Asthma 14.7% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 46.5% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Kusilvak County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Nunam Iqua Water System 213 167
2 Scammon Bay Water System 637 119
3 Alakanuk Water System 570 102
4 Kotlik Water System 617 61
5 St. Marys Water System 548 46

11 total water systems serve Kusilvak County.

All ZIP Codes in Kusilvak County

11 ZIP codes tracked in Kusilvak County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 99657 Russian Mission 87 A 18 (1 health) $104K
2 99563 Chevak 86 A 17 (2 health)
3 99604 Hooper Bay 84 B 43 (3 health)
4 99585 Marshall 83 B 26 (1 health) $24K
5 99632 Mountain Village 83 B 20 (1 health) $22K
6 99554 Alakanuk 82 B 102 (2 health)
7 99650 Pilot Station 75 B 17 $24K
8 99658 Saint Marys 75 B 46 (2 health) $110K
9 99662 Scammon Bay 68 C 119 (7 health)
10 99620 Kotlik 62 C 61 (9 health) $75K
11 99666 Nunam Iqua 55 C 167 (16 health)

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Overview

Kusilvak County in Alaska covers 11 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (76/100).

11 of 11 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 44 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Kusilvak County?
Kusilvak County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 11 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Kusilvak County?
Kusilvak County is served by 11 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 11 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Kusilvak County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Kusilvak County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $213 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Kusilvak County?
The median home build year in Kusilvak County is 1984. 50.4% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Kusilvak County compare to Alaska?
Kusilvak County has an average water safety score of 76/100, which is above the Alaska state average of 75/100.

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