CITY REPORT WI

Osseo, WI Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
0
ZIPs with Violations
Zone 2
Radon Risk (Moderate)
$210K
Median Home Value
$1,600
Est. Remediation (0.8% of home value)

Key Facts for Osseo Residents

  • Average lead level: 0.0012 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 63% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,600 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 13.97 - above typical levels.

Osseo's Water Providers

As of current federal records, Osseo, WI is served primarily by one water utility among 1 tracked system. That single provider handles infrastructure investment, rate adjustments, and regulatory reporting under EPA oversight.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Osseo, Wisconsin, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 4,604 people. 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

Osseo water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0012 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

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
54758 Osseo Waterworks 1,701

All ZIP Codes in Osseo

Data Sources

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

Osseo Community Health Snapshot

10.6%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
12.3%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
15.9%
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 10.6% ↑
Diabetes 12.3% ↑
Mental Health 15.9% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

Osseo Infrastructure Age

1975
Median Build Year
63%
Built Before 1986
37%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 63% 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

When more than half a city's housing predates the 1986 federal ban on lead solder, plumbing-era lead risk becomes a citywide concern rather than an exception. Osseo's median build year of 1975 places it squarely in that category.

1975
Median Year Built
63%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
37%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (37%) 1970–1986 (26%) Post-1986 (37%)

Over half of homes in Osseo 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 Osseo

In Osseo, property wealth outpaces what documented remediation typically demands - the equity burden lands well within the low tier.

Median Home Value
$209,500
Est. Remediation
$1,600
Remediation as % of home value 0.8%

Remediation costs in Osseo are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$2,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 9% below the Wisconsin average.

Osseo: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

63%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0012
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

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 Osseo represents 63% 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.

Osseo: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

2
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$6,649
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Osseo contains 2 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $6,649. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% 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>$1,600</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

Does Osseo water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Osseo is 0.0012 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Osseo?
Osseo is served by 1 public water system across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 4,604 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Osseo?
Estimated remediation costs in Osseo average $1,600 per household, ranging from $800 to $2,600. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Osseo, WI Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/wi/osseo/
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  year   = {2026},
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Page version: August 2026.

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