COUNTY REPORT ID

Bonneville County, Idaho

13 ZIP codes · Avg score 71/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04

Unlike many counties its size, Bonneville County keeps violation rates low — all 13 ZIP codes score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.

How Bonneville County Compares

Bonneville County71/100
Idaho avg66/100
National avg68/100

How Bonneville County Compares

B
County Grade
71/100
Avg Safety Score
13
ZIP Codes
14
Water Systems

Bonneville County scores 5 points above the Idaho state average (66/100) and 3 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
71
Avg Safety Score
13
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 83454 (82/100)
Lowest ZIP: 83428 (53/100)
$329K
Median Home Value
$1,254
Avg Remediation (38% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Bonneville County, Idaho

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: 11.4 (asthma 10.6%, diabetes 9.4%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $809, driven primarily by wildfire

Infrastructure: 0.351% avg pipe failure probability, 15% of ZIPs at high risk

55.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↓ Improving trend

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

2021
1 (1 health)
2022
8 (8 health)
2023
1 (1 health)
2024
2 (2 health)
2025
1 (1 health)

Peak year: 2022 with 8 violations. Past 5 years: 13 total (13 health-based). Health-based violations are declining versus the prior 2-year window.

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

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.6% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 9.4% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 33.3% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1983
Median Build Year
55.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
35%
Pipe Failure Probability
15%
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: $809

Wildfire $300/yr
Energy Code Gap $263/yr
Flood $138/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

46,439 housing units in Bonneville County

Pre-1940 8%
1940–1959 14%
1960–1979 26%
1980–1999 21%
2000+ 32%

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 Bonneville County

$329K
Median Home Value
$1,254
Est. Remediation Cost
0.4%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.6% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 9.4% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 33.3% (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 Bonneville County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Falls Water Company Inc. 22,650 84
2 City of Idaho Falls 69,450 77
3 Comore Loma 1,500 77
4 Taylor Mountain Water and Sewer District 600 77
5 Morning View Water Company 459 77

14 total water systems serve Bonneville County.

All ZIP Codes in Bonneville County

13 ZIP codes tracked in Bonneville County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 83454 Ucon 82 B 5 (1 health) $307K
2 83449 Swan Valley 75 B 7 $551K
3 83443 Ririe 74 B 1 $154K
4 83401 Idaho Falls 73 B 11 (4 health) $308K
5 83402 Idaho Falls 73 B 11 (4 health) $301K
6 83404 Idaho Falls 73 B 11 (4 health) $355K
7 83406 Idaho Falls 73 B 11 (4 health) $351K
8 83427 Iona 72 B 7 (3 health) $368K
9 83403 Idaho Falls 71 B 11 (4 health)
10 83405 Idaho Falls 71 B 11 (4 health)
11 83415 Idaho Falls 71 B 11 (4 health)
12 83434 Menan 63 C 0 $240K
13 83428 Irwin 53 D 0 $540K

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Overview

Bonneville County in Idaho covers 13 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (71/100).

11 of 13 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 32 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Bonneville County?
Bonneville County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 13 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Bonneville County?
Bonneville County is served by 14 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 13 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Bonneville County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Bonneville County is wildfire. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $809 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Bonneville County?
The median home build year in Bonneville County is 1983. 55.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Bonneville County compare to Idaho?
Bonneville County has an average water safety score of 71/100, which is above the Idaho state average of 66/100.

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