Citrus County, Florida
24 ZIP codes · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Citrus County, 24 tracked ZIP codes reveal moderate water quality — national standards are generally met, with some documented exceptions.
How Citrus County Compares
How Citrus County Compares
Citrus County scores 7 points below the Florida state average (73/100) and 2 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Citrus County, Florida
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.7 (asthma 9.7%, diabetes 15.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,444, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.266% avg pipe failure probability
42.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2024–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Citrus County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 11 violations. Past 5 years: 12 total (12 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
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,444
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
83,969 housing units in Citrus 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 Citrus County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Citrus 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 Citrus County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Citrus County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Citrus Springs - Pine Ridge | 26,781 | 252 |
| 2 | Rolling Oaks Subdivision | 11,572 | 250 |
| 3 | Citrus Company Utl/charles A. Black | 29,218 | 248 |
| 4 | Point O'woods | 1,168 | 224 |
| 5 | Homosassa Special Water District | 5,548 | 223 |
41 total water systems serve Citrus County.
All ZIP Codes in Citrus County
24 ZIP codes tracked in Citrus County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34430 | Dunnellon | 79 | B | 25 (1 health) | — |
| 2 | 34451 | Inverness | 79 | B | 31 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 34452 | Inverness | 79 | B | 31 (1 health) | $207K |
| 4 | 34453 | Inverness | 79 | B | 31 (1 health) | $175K |
| 5 | 34433 | Dunnellon | 74 | B | 25 (1 health) | $217K |
| 6 | 34434 | Dunnellon | 74 | B | 25 (1 health) | $212K |
| 7 | 34441 | Hernando | 73 | B | 39 (2 health) | — |
| 8 | 34450 | Inverness | 69 | C | 31 (1 health) | $210K |
| 9 | 34461 | Lecanto | 69 | C | 100 | $287K |
| 10 | 34465 | Beverly Hills | 69 | C | 23 | $233K |
| 11 | 34442 | Hernando | 65 | C | 39 (2 health) | $296K |
| 12 | 34447 | Homosassa Springs | 65 | C | 17 | — |
| 13 | 34464 | Beverly Hills | 65 | C | 23 | — |
| 14 | 34423 | Crystal River | 64 | C | 15 | — |
| 15 | 34436 | Floral City | 64 | C | 23 | $201K |
| 16 | 34487 | Homosassa | 64 | C | 36 | — |
| 17 | 34636 | Istachatta | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 18 | 34661 | Nobleton | 63 | C | 0 | $144K |
| 19 | 34446 | Homosassa | 59 | C | 36 | $232K |
| 20 | 34449 | Inglis | 59 | C | 36 | $144K |
| 21 | 34445 | Holder | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 22 | 34428 | Crystal River | 49 | D | 15 | $236K |
| 23 | 34429 | Crystal River | 49 | D | 15 | $220K |
| 24 | 34448 | Homosassa | 49 | D | 36 | $166K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Citrus County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- 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 Citrus County, Florida
Overview
Citrus County in Florida covers 24 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).
21 of 24 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 11 health-based violations have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.