COUNTY REPORT AK

Yukon-Koyukuk County, Alaska

31 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04

Within Yukon-Koyukuk County, all 31 tracked ZIP codes show above-average drinking water safety — violations are infrequent and typically minor.

How Yukon-Koyukuk County Compares

Yukon-Koyukuk County79/100
Alaska avg75/100
National avg68/100

How Yukon-Koyukuk County Compares

B
County Grade
79/100
Avg Safety Score
31
ZIP Codes
26
Water Systems

Yukon-Koyukuk County scores 4 points above the Alaska state average (75/100) and 11 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
79
Avg Safety Score
31
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 99590 (99/100)
Lowest ZIP: 99757 (50/100)
$93K
Median Home Value
$800
Avg Remediation (86% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Yukon-Koyukuk 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: 16.5 (asthma 12.6%, diabetes 16.4%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $559, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.499% avg pipe failure probability, 65% of ZIPs at high risk

52.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2021
14 (14 health)
2022
14 (14 health)
2023
19 (19 health)
2024
23 (23 health)
2025
21 (21 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 23 violations. Past 5 years: 91 total (91 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

Asthma 12.6% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.4% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 37% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1985
Median Build Year
52.3%
Pre-1978 Housing
50%
Pipe Failure Probability
65%
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: $559

Energy Code Gap $189/yr
Flood $116/yr
Wildfire $97/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

4,135 housing units in Yukon-Koyukuk County

Pre-1940 1%
1940–1959 6%
1960–1979 26%
1980–1999 51%
2000+ 16%

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 Yukon-Koyukuk County

$93K
Median Home Value
$800
Est. Remediation Cost
0.9%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Yukon-Koyukuk 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 Yukon-Koyukuk County residents

Asthma 12.6% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.4% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 37% (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 Yukon-Koyukuk County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 TAKOTNA WATER SYSTEM 70 144
2 Chalkyitsik Village Water 76 140
3 Hughes Public Water Supply 107 126
4 TOO'GHA INC - IN TANANA 271 101
5 Arctic Village Water System 175 96

26 total water systems serve Yukon-Koyukuk County.

All ZIP Codes in Yukon-Koyukuk County

31 ZIP codes tracked in Yukon-Koyukuk County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 99590 Grayling 99 A 0 $110K
2 99602 Holy Cross 98 A 6 (1 health) $56K
3 99765 Nulato 98 A 7 (1 health) $65K
4 99774 Stevens Village 98 A 52 (1 health)
5 99781 Venetie 97 A 71 (2 health)
6 99558 Anvik 94 A 71 (1 health)
7 99720 Allakaket 94 A 62 (1 health) $78K
8 99767 Rampart 94 A 52 (1 health)
9 99745 Hughes 92 A 126 (3 health)
10 99748 Kaltag 92 A 27 (6 health) $93K
11 99758 Minto 92 A 56 (3 health) $33K
12 99665 Shageluk 87 A 79 (4 health)
13 99756 Manley Hot Springs 86 A 1 $122K
14 99760 Nenana 86 A 2 $143K
15 99724 Beaver 84 B 27 $36K
16 99675 Takotna 81 B 144 $131K
17 99722 Arctic Village 81 B 96 $38K
18 99733 Circle 81 B 37
19 99740 Fort Yukon 81 B 17 $111K
20 99746 Huslia 81 B 32
21 99754 Koyukuk 79 B 64 $110K
22 99768 Ruby 74 B 45 $73K
23 99777 Tanana 72 B 101 (10 health) $64K
24 99741 Galena 67 C 45 (10 health) $96K
25 99788 Chalkyitsik 64 C 140 (22 health) $33K
26 99557 Aniak 52 D 0 $232K
27 99627 Mc Grath 50 D 0 $102K
28 99691 Nikolai 50 D 0 $105K
29 99726 Bettles Field 50 D 0
30 99730 Central 50 D 0 $81K
31 99757 Lake Minchumina 50 D 0

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Overview

Yukon-Koyukuk County in Alaska covers 31 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).

24 of 31 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 66 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Yukon-Koyukuk County?
Yukon-Koyukuk County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 31 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Yukon-Koyukuk County?
Yukon-Koyukuk County is served by 26 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 31 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Yukon-Koyukuk County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Yukon-Koyukuk County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $559 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Yukon-Koyukuk County?
The median home build year in Yukon-Koyukuk County is 1985. 52.3% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Yukon-Koyukuk County compare to Alaska?
Yukon-Koyukuk County has an average water safety score of 79/100, which is above the Alaska state average of 75/100.

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