Santa Fe County, New Mexico
23 ZIP codes · Avg score 50/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-04
While Santa Fe County's situation varies by ZIP, its 23 ZIP codes collectively fall below the state average — addressing specific concerns starts with checking the system that serves a given address.
How Santa Fe County Compares
How Santa Fe County Compares
Santa Fe County scores 12 points below the New Mexico state average (62/100) and 18 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Santa Fe 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: 11.9 (asthma 9.3%, diabetes 12.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,419, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.344% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk
47.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Santa Fe County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 65 violations. Past 5 years: 92 total (92 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
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: $1,419
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
79,069 housing units in Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eldorado Area Water and Sanitation District | 7,082 | 255 |
| 2 | Santa Fe County South Sector | 6,775 | 255 |
| 3 | Santa Fe Water System (city Of) | 90,810 | 242 |
| 4 | Santa Fe County West Sector | 3,150 | 242 |
| 5 | Las Campanas Water System | 1,937 | 242 |
31 total water systems serve Santa Fe County.
All ZIP Codes in Santa Fe County
23 ZIP codes tracked in Santa Fe County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 87522 | Chimayo | 66 | C | 9 | $219K |
| 2 | 87540 | Lamy | 66 | C | 0 | $686K |
| 3 | 87015 | Edgewood | 65 | C | 11 (2 health) | $263K |
| 4 | 87574 | Tesuque | 65 | C | 5 (1 health) | — |
| 5 | 87535 | Glorieta | 54 | D | 11 (1 health) | $428K |
| 6 | 87501 | Santa Fe | 53 | D | 22 (5 health) | $649K |
| 7 | 87507 | Santa Fe | 53 | D | 22 (5 health) | $333K |
| 8 | 87508 | Santa Fe | 53 | D | 22 (5 health) | $529K |
| 9 | 87573 | Tererro | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 10 | 87505 | Santa Fe | 48 | D | 22 (5 health) | $484K |
| 11 | 87506 | Santa Fe | 48 | D | 22 (5 health) | $524K |
| 12 | 87010 | Cerrillos | 47 | D | 13 | $450K |
| 13 | 87502 | Santa Fe | 45 | D | 22 (5 health) | — |
| 14 | 87503 | Santa Fe | 45 | D | 22 (5 health) | — |
| 15 | 87504 | Santa Fe | 45 | D | 22 (5 health) | — |
| 16 | 87509 | Santa Fe | 45 | D | 22 (5 health) | — |
| 17 | 87567 | Santa Cruz | 45 | D | 59 (21 health) | $284K |
| 18 | 87592 | Santa Fe | 45 | D | 22 (5 health) | — |
| 19 | 87594 | Santa Fe | 45 | D | 22 (5 health) | — |
| 20 | 87052 | Santo Domingo Pueblo | 40 | D | 0 | $145K |
| 21 | 87056 | Stanley | 40 | D | 0 | $197K |
| 22 | 87072 | Cochiti Pueblo | 40 | D | 0 | $206K |
| 23 | 87083 | Cochiti Lake | 40 | D | 0 | $208K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Santa Fe County
If FEMA records flag flood-top-risk status or EPA samples show PFAS exceedances, the matching logic lifts emergency-water and PFAS-rated filtration into the recommendations — federal data drives the order, not retailer arrangements.
- 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 Santa Fe County, New Mexico
Overview
Santa Fe County in New Mexico covers 23 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (50/100).
17 of 23 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 80 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
Santa Fe County has a grade of D. 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.
Check for lead in your home
47.7% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.