San Miguel County, Colorado
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 33/100 · Grade F · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for San Miguel County: F.
Federal data flags serious home-safety risks for this ZIP.
Your top priority: see the breakdown below and consider a certified water filter. NSF certified filters →
San Miguel County's water safety record falls below average - health-based violations are on file in a notable share of the county's 5 ZIP codes, and several systems have recorded exceedances that trigger federal notification requirements.
How San Miguel County Compares
How San Miguel County Compares
San Miguel County scores 26 points below the Colorado state average (59/100) and 40 points below the national average (73/100).
Data: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score model 4.0.0; EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5, EPA radon zones, EPA AirData Last verified:
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: San Miguel County, Colorado
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 10.6 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 8.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $634, driven primarily by flood
42.6% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across San Miguel County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 15 violations. Past 5 years: 23 total (23 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Modeled area-level indicator, not a failure probability. Sources: Census ACS housing age, EPA DWINS infrastructure needs, EPA SDWIS violations, and EPA lead indicators.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $634
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,637 housing units in San Miguel County
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 San Miguel County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in San Miguel 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 San Miguel County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving San Miguel County
3 community water systems serving San Miguel County.
- F
- F
Systems with the most violations in San Miguel County
3 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
- F
- F
All ZIP Codes in San Miguel County
5 ZIP codes tracked in San Miguel County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 81435 | Telluride | 33 | F | 172 (10 health) | $706K |
| 2 | 81325 | Egnar | — | — | 10 | $457K |
| 3 | 81423 | Norwood | — | — | 10 | $412K |
| 4 | 81426 | Ophir | — | — | 134 | $875K |
| 5 | 81430 | Placerville | — | — | $1004K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for San Miguel County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Water Filters for PFAS — PFAS detected in 2 ZIP codes
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for San Miguel County, Colorado
Overview
San Miguel County in Colorado covers 5 tracked ZIP records with an average Home Safety Score of F (33/100) across 1 scored records.
4 of 4 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record have recorded EPA violations. 10 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- PFAS screening: EPA UCMR 5
- Radon zones: EPA Map of Radon Zones
- Air quality: EPA AirData annual AQI
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
What You Can Do
San Miguel County has a grade of F. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
42.6% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.