Bernalillo County, New Mexico
46 ZIP codes · Avg score 39/100 · Grade F · Updated 2026-06-03
The latest EPA cycle for Bernalillo County covers 46 ZIP codes and shows a low safety grade — systemic compliance gaps have persisted over multiple reporting periods, and the county has not moved out of the bottom tier in recent years.
How Bernalillo County Compares
How Bernalillo County Compares
Bernalillo County scores 23 points below the New Mexico state average (62/100) and 29 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Bernalillo County, New Mexico
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12 (asthma 9.7%, diabetes 11.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $729, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.333% avg pipe failure probability, 22% of ZIPs at high risk
Violation History (2023–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Bernalillo County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 135 violations. Past 5 years: 145 total (145 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: $729
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Bernalillo County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Bernalillo 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 Bernalillo 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 Bernalillo County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albuquerque Water System | 560,326 | 9240 |
| 2 | University of New Mexico | 35,000 | 9240 |
| 3 | Kirtland Air Force Base | 22,500 | 9240 |
| 4 | Sandia Peak Utility | 6,079 | 9240 |
| 5 | Tierra West Estates Mhp | 1,447 | 9240 |
20 total water systems serve Bernalillo County.
All ZIP Codes in Bernalillo County
46 ZIP codes tracked in Bernalillo County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 87047 | Sandia Park | 69 | C | 2 | $399K |
| 2 | 87174 | Rio Rancho | 65 | C | 5 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 87008 | Cedar Crest | 63 | C | 6 (1 health) | $353K |
| 4 | 87102 | Albuquerque | 45 | D | 220 (13 health) | $174K |
| 5 | 87104 | Albuquerque | 45 | D | 220 (13 health) | $300K |
| 6 | 87106 | Albuquerque | 45 | D | 220 (13 health) | $332K |
| 7 | 87108 | Albuquerque | 45 | D | 220 (13 health) | $228K |
| 8 | 87110 | Albuquerque | 45 | D | 220 (13 health) | $251K |
| 9 | 87111 | Albuquerque | 45 | D | 220 (13 health) | $349K |
| 10 | 87113 | Albuquerque | 45 | D | 220 (13 health) | $362K |
| 11 | 87120 | Albuquerque | 45 | D | 220 (13 health) | $277K |
| 12 | 87123 | Albuquerque | 45 | D | 220 (13 health) | $236K |
| 13 | 87190 | Albuquerque | 45 | D | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 14 | 87196 | Albuquerque | 45 | D | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 15 | 87105 | Albuquerque | 40 | D | 220 (13 health) | $200K |
| 16 | 87107 | Albuquerque | 40 | D | 220 (13 health) | $282K |
| 17 | 87109 | Albuquerque | 40 | D | 220 (13 health) | $298K |
| 18 | 87112 | Albuquerque | 40 | D | 220 (13 health) | $254K |
| 19 | 87114 | Albuquerque | 40 | D | 220 (13 health) | $296K |
| 20 | 87121 | Albuquerque | 40 | D | 220 (13 health) | $193K |
| 21 | 87122 | Albuquerque | 40 | D | 220 (13 health) | $614K |
| 22 | 87059 | Tijeras | 33 | F | 15 (12 health) | $322K |
| 23 | 87103 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 24 | 87115 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 25 | 87116 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 26 | 87119 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 27 | 87125 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 28 | 87131 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 29 | 87151 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 30 | 87153 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 31 | 87154 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 32 | 87158 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 33 | 87165 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 34 | 87176 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 35 | 87181 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 36 | 87184 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 37 | 87185 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 38 | 87187 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 39 | 87191 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 40 | 87192 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 41 | 87193 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 42 | 87194 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 43 | 87195 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 44 | 87197 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 45 | 87198 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
| 46 | 87199 | Albuquerque | 33 | F | 220 (13 health) | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Bernalillo County
Designed to find the guide that fits the county, not the other way around — the system reads EPA detections, FEMA hazard layers, and CDC lead-exposure markers, then outputs the categories that resolve those specific risks for households here, with NSF-certified products surfaced when the matching contaminant appears in the local monitoring data.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Bernalillo County, New Mexico
Overview
Bernalillo County in New Mexico covers 46 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of F (39/100).
46 of 46 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 560 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.
What You Can Do
Bernalillo County has a grade of F. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.