Fairbanks, AK Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
10 ZIP codes · 130 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Fairbanks, AK. We analyzed 10 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (76/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 8 | 80% |
| C | 2 | 20% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Fairbanks ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 99707 | 78 | B | 13 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 2 | 99708 | 78 | B | 13 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 3 | 99710 | 78 | B | 13 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 4 | 99712 | 78 | B | 13 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 5 | 99706 | 77 | B | 13 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 6 | 99711 | 77 | B | 13 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 7 | 99775 | 77 | B | 13 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 8 | 99790 | 77 | B | 13 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 9 | 99701 | 68 | C | 13 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 10 | 99709 | 68 | C | 13 | 0.0024 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 8 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 2 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 130 total violations across Fairbanks
- 20 health-based violations
- 10 of 10 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 50 | 10 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 30 | 10 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 20 | 10 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 10 | 10 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 10 | 10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Fairbanks?
ZIP code 99707 has the highest safety score in Fairbanks at 78/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Fairbanks water safe to drink?
Fairbanks has an average water safety score of 76/100 (B). Water quality varies by neighborhood — no ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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