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Samaria, MI Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
0
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$182K
Median Home Value
$500
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

Samaria Water: The Quick Version

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.001 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 75% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.35.

Water Systems Serving Samaria

Federal drinking water data connect ZIP codes in Samaria, MI to a count of 1 system, and the list on this page shows one of them. A listing reflects that link, not proof of which system serves a given street.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Samaria, Michigan (population ~464), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 33,816 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count.

Water Sources

Samaria water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0010 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score System Population
48177 — Monroe South County 33,816

All ZIP Codes in Samaria

Data Sources

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

CDC Health Data for Samaria

11.7%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
12.3%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 11.7% ↑
Diabetes 12.3% ↑
Mental Health 17.8% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

How Old Is Samaria's Housing Stock?

1966
Median Build Year
75%
Built Before 1986
75%
Built Before 1970
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 75% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Pre-1986 homes make up a large part of Samaria's housing; median build year 1966.

1966
Median Year Built
75%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
75%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (75%) 1970–1986 (0%) Post-1986 (25%)

Over half of homes in Samaria were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Samaria: Remediation Cost in Perspective

Compared with typical property prices, the remediation estimate for Samaria is small in percentage terms - at or under one percent.

Median Home Value
$181,500
Est. Remediation
$500
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Samaria can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 11% below the Michigan average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Samaria

75%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.001
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Samaria water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Samaria is 0.001 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Samaria?
Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in Samaria. The related population figure in our data is approximately 464 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Samaria?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Samaria: $500; modeled range $300 to $800. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Samaria, MI Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/mi/samaria/
BibTeX
@misc{zipcheckup-cities-mi-samaria,
  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Samaria, MI Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable}},
  year   = {2026},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/cities/mi/samaria/}
}

Page version: October 2026.

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