COUNTY REPORT CO

Moffat County, Colorado

6 ZIP codes · Avg score 56/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Moffat County: 6 ZIP codes, mid-range safety grade.

How Moffat County Compares

Moffat County56/100
Colorado avg60/100
National avg68/100

How Moffat County Compares

C
County Grade
56/100
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems

Moffat County scores 4 points below the Colorado state average (60/100) and 12 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
56
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 81610 (65/100)
Lowest ZIP: 81640 (40/100)
$267K
Median Home Value
$1,300
Avg Remediation (49% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Moffat County, Colorado

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 12.6 (asthma 11.4%, diabetes 10.8%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $987, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.417% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk

71.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 10.8% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 28.5% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1974
Median Build Year
71.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
42%
Pipe Failure Probability
17%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $987

Energy Code Gap $495/yr
Wildfire $250/yr
Water / Lead $242/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

6,098 housing units in Moffat County

Pre-1940 9%
1940–1959 13%
1960–1979 38%
1980–1999 28%
2000+ 12%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).

Water Safety Affordability

How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Moffat County

$267K
Median Home Value
$1,300
Est. Remediation Cost
0.5%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Moffat County, representing a small fraction of property value.

Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Moffat County residents

Asthma 11.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 10.8% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 28.5% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

All ZIP Codes in Moffat County

6 ZIP codes tracked in Moffat County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 81610 Dinosaur 65 C 7 (1 health)
2 81633 Dinosaur 65 C 7 (1 health)
3 81625 Craig 63 C 6 $267K
4 81626 Craig 63 C 6
5 81638 Hamilton 40 D 0
6 81640 Maybell 40 D 0

Recommended Buyer Guides for Moffat County

Editorial methodology pairs each documented risk in this county with the buyer category that addresses it, drawing on water-quality detections, housing-stock lead exposure, EPA Radon Zone designation, and FEMA flood and wildfire ratings. NSF-certified options surface where applicable, and products that match the specific contaminant take priority.

Overview

Moffat County in Colorado covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (56/100).

4 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Moffat County?
Moffat County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Moffat County?
Moffat County is served by 2 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 6 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Moffat County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Moffat County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $987 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Moffat County?
The median home build year in Moffat County is 1974. 71.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Moffat County compare to Colorado?
Moffat County has an average water safety score of 56/100, which is below the Colorado state average of 60/100.

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