Dixie County, Florida
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Dixie: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Compared to state averages, Dixie County scores well - its 5 ZIP codes sit above the baseline for tap water quality.
How Dixie County Compares
How Dixie County Compares
Dixie County scores 1 points below the Florida state average (73/100) and 4 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Dixie County, Florida
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.4 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 16.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $3,386, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.292% avg pipe failure probability
47.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
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: $3,386
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
8,954 housing units in Dixie 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 Dixie County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Dixie 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 Dixie County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Dixie County
8 community water systems serving Dixie County.
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9 total water systems serve Dixie County.
Systems with the most violations in Dixie County
4 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Dixie County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Dixie County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
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| 1 | 32628 | Cross City | 86 | A | 13 (1 health) | $97K |
| 2 | 32860 | Orlando | 85 | A | 44 (4 health) | — |
| 3 | 32648 | Horseshoe Beach | 71 | B | 15 | $176K |
| 4 | 32680 | Old Town | 59 | C | 4 | $95K |
| 5 | 32692 | Suwannee | 59 | C | 4 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Dixie County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched 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 Dixie County, Florida
Overview
Dixie County in Florida covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).
5 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 5 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.