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Multnomah County, Oregon

60 ZIP codes · Avg score 81/100 · Grade B · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Multnomah County: B.

This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.

Unlike many counties its size, Multnomah County keeps violation rates low - all 60 ZIP codes score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.

How Multnomah County Compares

Multnomah County81/100
Oregon avg85/100
National avg73/100

How Multnomah County Compares

B
County Grade
81/100
Avg Safety Score
60
ZIP Codes
20
Water Systems

Multnomah County scores 4 points below the Oregon state average (85/100) and 8 points above the national average (73/100).

Data: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score model 4.0.0; EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5, EPA radon zones, EPA AirData Last verified:

B
County Grade
81
Avg Safety Score
60
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 97019 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 97236 (66/100)
$596K
Median Home Value
$1,085
Avg Remediation (18% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Multnomah County, Oregon

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 (asthma 11.7%, diabetes 9.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,076, driven primarily by flood

Violation History (2021–2024)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2021
1 (1 health)
2022
3 (3 health)
2023
2 (2 health)
2024
4 (4 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 10 total (10 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 11.7% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 9.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 28.9% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

34/100
Infrastructure Stress Indicator
29%
ZIPs with High Infrastructure Stress

Modeled area-level indicator, not a failure probability. Sources: Census ACS housing age, EPA DWINS infrastructure needs, EPA SDWIS violations, and EPA lead indicators.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,076

Flood $514/yr
Energy Code Gap $484/yr
Wildfire $300/yr

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 Multnomah County

$596K
Median Home Value
$1,085
Est. Remediation Cost
0.2%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 11.7% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 9.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 28.9% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

Water systems serving Multnomah County

8 community water systems serving Multnomah County.

Show all 8 water systems

20 total water systems serve Multnomah County.

Systems with the most violations in Multnomah County

5 water systems with recorded EPA violations.

All ZIP Codes in Multnomah County

60 ZIP codes tracked in Multnomah County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 97019 Corbett 83 B 2 $666K
2 97201 Portland 83 B 1 $648K
3 97203 Portland 83 B 1 $469K
4 97204 Portland 83 B 1
5 97205 Portland 83 B 1 $694K
6 97209 Portland 83 B 1 $574K
7 97210 Portland 83 B 1 $992K
8 97211 Portland 83 B 1 $617K
9 97212 Portland 83 B 1 $825K
10 97213 Portland 83 B 1 $609K
11 97214 Portland 83 B 1 $733K
12 97215 Portland 83 B 1 $659K
13 97216 Portland 83 B 1 $439K
14 97217 Portland 83 B 1 $570K
15 97218 Portland 83 B 1 $493K
16 97220 Portland 83 B 1 $428K
17 97227 Portland 83 B 1 $596K
18 97232 Portland 83 B 1 $801K
19 97233 Portland 83 B 1 $385K
20 97239 Portland 83 B 1 $713K
21 97266 Portland 83 B 1 $421K
22 97221 Portland 82 B 5 $790K
23 97024 Fairview 81 B 6 (1 health) $404K
24 97230 Portland 81 B 6 (1 health) $436K
25 97219 Portland 79 B 13 (1 health) $652K
26 97030 Gresham 78 B 15 $418K
27 97080 Gresham 78 B 16 $485K
28 97202 Portland 77 B 18 $685K
29 97060 Troutdale 75 B 23 (1 health) $426K
30 97231 Portland 73 B 66 (2 health) $795K
31 97236 Portland 66 C 3 $414K
32 97010 Bridal Veil
33 97014 Cascade Locks 33 $338K
34 97228 Portland
35 97238 Portland
36 97240 Portland
37 97242 Portland
38 97250 Portland
39 97251 Us West
40 97252 Portland
41 97253 Us Bank
42 97254 Gen Electric
43 97256 Portland
44 97258 Portland 1
45 97268 Portland
46 97269 Portland
47 97272 Portland
48 97280 Portland
49 97281 Portland
50 97282 Portland
51 97283 Portland
52 97286 Portland
53 97290 Portland
54 97291 Portland
55 97292 Portland
56 97293 Portland
57 97294 Portland
58 97296 Portland
59 97298 Portland
60 97299 Portland

Recommended Buyer Guides for Multnomah County

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Overview

Multnomah County in Oregon covers 60 tracked ZIP records with an average Home Safety Score of B (81/100) across 31 scored records.

33 of 33 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

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Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Multnomah County?
Multnomah County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 60 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Multnomah County?
Multnomah County is served by 20 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 60 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Multnomah County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Multnomah County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,076 per homeowner.
How does Multnomah County compare to Oregon?
Multnomah County has an average Home Safety Score of 81/100 under model 4.0.0, which is below the Oregon state average of 85/100.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Multnomah County, OR: HSS 81/100; PFAS Found in Water. https://zipcheckup.com/county/oregon/multnomah/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Multnomah County, OR: HSS 81/100; PFAS Found in Water}},
  year   = {2026},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/county/oregon/multnomah/}
}

Page version: August 2026.

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