Newburgh, IN Water Safety: 81/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike many cities its size in IN, Newburgh keeps health-based violation rates low — systems here score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.
How Newburgh Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Newburgh Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.003 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.73 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Newburgh
At present, 3 utilities serve the bulk of Newburgh, IN's residential water connections out of 4 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Newburgh, Indiana (population ~39,461), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 226,617 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Newburgh — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Newburgh: B (81/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Newburgh water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0030 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47629 | B | Indiana American Water - Newburgh | 22,215 |
| 47630 | B | Indiana American Water - Newburgh | 22,215 |
All ZIP Codes in Newburgh
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Newburgh
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Newburgh: Remediation Cost in Perspective
In Newburgh, property wealth outpaces what documented remediation typically demands — the equity burden lands well within the low tier.
Remediation costs in Newburgh are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$2,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 43% above the Indiana average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Newburgh
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Newburgh appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Newburgh
The National Flood Insurance Program captures decades of claims at the local level, building a record of cumulative community flood exposure. For Newburgh, that record documents 39 claims and 50% of ZIP codes inside FEMA-designated flood zones. What makes those numbers relevant to water quality is the set of mechanisms flooding activates: heavy precipitation that floods treatment intake zones can introduce contaminants upstream of normal filtration; well casings in low-lying areas can be infiltrated by floodwaters carrying bacteria, sediment, and chemical residue; and distribution system pressure changes during flooding can create backflow conditions. These effects become more probable as flood frequency and magnitude increase — and the NFIP record indicates both are meaningful factors locally.
Newburgh has a moderate flood history with 39 FEMA claims averaging $5,374 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,600</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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