Wadsworth, OH Water Safety: 71/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
EPA compliance records for Wadsworth 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 OH.
How Wadsworth Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Wadsworth Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $1,250 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.3 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Wadsworth
Water service in Wadsworth, OH is split across 3 utilities out of 4 tracked federally, each operating its own infrastructure and compliance record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Wadsworth, Ohio (population ~34,073), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 352,976 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Wadsworth — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Wadsworth: B (71/100)
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
Wadsworth water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Wadsworth
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44281 | B | Wadsworth City Public Water System | 24,356 |
| 44282 | B | Wadsworth City Public Water System | 24,356 |
All ZIP Codes in Wadsworth
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 Wadsworth
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
Wadsworth: Remediation Cost in Perspective
In Wadsworth, documented water and safety issues can be addressed without making a meaningful dent in home equity — the financial proportionality here is favorable, and the commitment fits within standard property planning frameworks.
Remediation costs in Wadsworth are relatively low compared to home values. The $550–$2,100 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 43% above the Ohio average.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Wadsworth
Wadsworth's flood exposure sits in the moderate range: 14 NFIP claims on record and 50% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones. Residents with private wells or older infrastructure have reasonable grounds to factor flood timing into their water quality awareness.
Wadsworth has a moderate flood history with 14 FEMA claims averaging $8,124 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>$1,250</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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