ZipCheckup grade for 96755: A.
Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.
Kapaau, HI (96755) Home Safety: 100/100
EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: North Kohala)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 96755 in Kapaau, HI contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 100/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (6) MODERATE
Your Water System
ZIP code 96755 in Kapaau, Hawaii is mapped to the water system North Kohala (EPA ID: HI0000129). This system provides water to approximately 4,933 people from groundwater sources.
There are 2 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Kohala | HI0000129 | 4,933 | Groundwater |
| Kohala Ranch Water Company | HI0000151 | 850 | Groundwater |
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- 96708 (Haiku)
- 96709 (Kapolei)
- 96710 (Hakalau)
- 96712 (Haleiwa)
- 96713 (Hana)
- 96714 (Hanalei)
- 96715 (Hanamaulu)
- 96716 (Hanapepe)
- 96717 (Hauula)
- 96718 (Hawaii National Park)
- 96719 (Hawi)
- 96720 (Hilo)
- 96721 (Hilo)
- 96722 (Princeville)
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 96719 (Hawi) - 3 mi
- 96743 (Kamuela) - 16 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 96738 (Waikoloa) - 17 mi
- 96727 (Honokaa) - 22 mi
- 96776 (Paauilo) - 31 mi
- 96774 (Ookala) - 37 mi
- 96764 (Laupahoehoe) - 40 mi
- 96713 (Hana) - 41 mi
- 96740 (Kailua Kona) - 41 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 96780 (Papaaloa) - 41 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for North Kohala (HI0000129) on EPA.gov.
UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records
Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 96755 show no PFAS detections among the compounds tested, at the program's reporting levels.
The EPA Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) required community and non-transient non-community water systems serving 3,300 or more people to test for 29 PFAS compounds and lithium between 2023 and 2025. Systems with no detections at the federal minimum reporting level had no results at or above that reporting level.
Environmental Hazards (9) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Gutter Installation & Repair
The median home in 96755 was built around 1987. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.
Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 96755 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 96755 (primary system: North Kohala), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 96755's water come from?
The recorded water source for North Kohala, a system mapped to ZIP code 96755, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 4,933 people.
How does Kapaau water compare to the national average?
Kapaau's Home Safety Score ranks better than 93% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 90% of ZIP codes within Hawaii.
How can I get my water tested in Kapaau?
If North Kohala supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
What is the radon risk for 96755?
96755 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Hawaii County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Kapaau, HI (96755) Home Safety: 100/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/96755/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 96755
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96719 | Hawi, HI | 2.9 mi | A | 0 |
| 96743 | Kamuela, HI | 15.7 mi | A | 1 |
| 96738 | Waikoloa, HI | 17.0 mi | A | 0 |
| 96727 | Honokaa, HI | 22.2 mi | A | 0 |
| 96776 | Paauilo, HI | 30.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 96774 | Ookala, HI | 36.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 96764 | Laupahoehoe, HI | 40.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 96713 | Hana, HI | 40.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 96740 | Kailua Kona, HI | 40.8 mi | A | 1 |
| 96780 | Papaaloa, HI | 41.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
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