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Eastman, WI: High Radon Risk - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 0 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
0
Water Systems
N/A
ZIPs with Violations
Zone 1
Radon Risk (High)
$228K
Median Home Value
$2,700
Est. Remediation (1.2% of home value)

Key Facts for Eastman Residents

  • Homes built before 1986: 60% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $2,700 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 14.73 - above typical levels.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Eastman, Wisconsin, covering 0 community water system serving approximately 1,388 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 0 of 1 ZIP codes.

EPA water-system violation data is unavailable in the dataset used for this page for the tracked ZIP codes in Eastman.

Lead & Copper

  • Lead data: not yet available for Eastman
  • Lead action-level status: not available

Radon Risk

Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

All ZIP Codes in Eastman

Data Sources

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

Eastman Community Health Snapshot

10.9%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13.8%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
15.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.9% ↑
Diabetes 13.8% ↑
Mental Health 15.8% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

Eastman Infrastructure Age

1972
Median Build Year
60%
Built Before 1986
33%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 60% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

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

Housing Age Profile

Because the majority of Eastman's housing predates 1986, when lead solder was banned from new plumbing, the median build year of 1972 reflects a city where lead-era plumbing materials are common rather than exceptional.

1972
Median Year Built
60%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
33%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (33%) 1970–1986 (27%) Post-1986 (40%)

Over half of homes in Eastman were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Eastman

Property value and cost data for Eastman produce a moderate remediation-share classification - a level where advance financial planning has real practical value and the commitment is realistic for most homeowners who approach it deliberately.

Median Home Value
$228,300
Est. Remediation
$2,700
Remediation as % of home value 1.2%

Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Eastman. The estimated $1,750–$3,900 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 1% below the Wisconsin average.

Eastman: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

60%
Homes Built Before 1986

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.

Older stock in Eastman represents 60% of the inventory, and citywide monitoring runs at or above the federal action level - making an in-home read a standard household-level step.

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

Eastman: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

5
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$9,099
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Eastman contains 5 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $9,099. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

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. The <strong>$2,700</strong> remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to fix water issues in Eastman?
Estimated remediation costs in Eastman average $2,700 per household, ranging from $1,750 to $3,900. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Eastman, WI: High Radon Risk - Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/wi/eastman/
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  year   = {2026},
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Page version: August 2026.

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