Paxton, IN Water Safety: 72/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
EPA compliance records for Paxton tell a largely clear story: violation rates are low, health-based exceedances are uncommon, and the city's grade puts it well above average within IN.
How Paxton Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Paxton Water
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.72 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Paxton
The structure of water supply in Paxton, IN is straightforward: one utility provides the bulk of residential service among 1 tracked system, concentrating rate-setting and infrastructure decisions under a single organization.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Paxton, Indiana (population ~4), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 2,013 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Paxton — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Paxton: B (72/100)
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
Paxton water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Paxton
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47865 | B | Paxton Water Corporation | 2,013 |
All ZIP Codes in Paxton
- 47865 [B]
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.
Health Outcomes in Paxton
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
Housing & Infrastructure in Paxton
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Lead solder was federally prohibited in new plumbing in 1986. In Paxton, the median build year of 2005 puts a majority of homes in the lower-risk category for that specific contamination pathway — though the pre-1986 share shown above still carries real exposure potential at the individual household level.
Most homes in Paxton were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Deep Dive Reports
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