Marion County, Florida
37 ZIP codes · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
For most households in Marion County, the 37 tracked ZIP codes show adequate but uneven water quality.
How Marion County Compares
How Marion County Compares
Marion County scores 4 points below the Florida state average (73/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Marion 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 (asthma 9.8%, diabetes 14.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,403, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.278% avg pipe failure probability, 3% of ZIPs at high risk
47.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Marion County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 5 violations. Past 5 years: 10 total (10 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
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: $2,403
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
170,625 housing units in Marion 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 Marion County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lowell Correctional Institution Annex | 2,974 | 606 |
| 2 | Spruce Creek North | 7,467 | 603 |
| 3 | On Top of the World | 22,383 | 599 |
| 4 | Ashley Farms | 4,784 | 578 |
| 5 | Ocala, City of (2 Wtps) | 66,176 | 576 |
47 total water systems serve Marion County.
All ZIP Codes in Marion County
37 ZIP codes tracked in Marion County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32195 | Weirsdale | 83 | B | 0 | $148K |
| 2 | 32617 | Anthony | 83 | B | 0 | $211K |
| 3 | 34420 | Belleview | 82 | B | 2 | $193K |
| 4 | 34421 | Belleview | 82 | B | 2 | — |
| 5 | 34492 | Summerfield | 81 | B | 1 | — |
| 6 | 34431 | Dunnellon | 79 | B | 25 (1 health) | $185K |
| 7 | 34432 | Dunnellon | 79 | B | 25 (1 health) | $224K |
| 8 | 34488 | Silver Springs | 79 | B | 2 | $75K |
| 9 | 34489 | Silver Springs | 79 | B | 2 | — |
| 10 | 34491 | Summerfield | 76 | B | 1 | $253K |
| 11 | 32113 | Citra | 74 | B | 5 | $161K |
| 12 | 34474 | Ocala | 70 | B | 41 (4 health) | $178K |
| 13 | 34476 | Ocala | 70 | B | 41 (4 health) | $260K |
| 14 | 34478 | Ocala | 70 | B | 41 (4 health) | — |
| 15 | 34479 | Ocala | 70 | B | 41 (4 health) | $190K |
| 16 | 34480 | Ocala | 70 | B | 41 (4 health) | $248K |
| 17 | 34481 | Ocala | 70 | B | 41 (4 health) | $213K |
| 18 | 32179 | Ocklawaha | 69 | C | 12 | $163K |
| 19 | 32686 | Reddick | 69 | C | 13 | $279K |
| 20 | 32663 | Lowell | 67 | C | 19 (4 health) | — |
| 21 | 34472 | Ocala | 67 | C | 41 (4 health) | $186K |
| 22 | 34473 | Ocala | 67 | C | 41 (4 health) | $242K |
| 23 | 34477 | Ocala | 67 | C | 41 (4 health) | — |
| 24 | 34483 | Ocala | 67 | C | 41 (4 health) | — |
| 25 | 32183 | Ocklawaha | 65 | C | 12 | — |
| 26 | 34470 | Ocala | 65 | C | 41 (4 health) | $172K |
| 27 | 34475 | Ocala | 65 | C | 41 (4 health) | $170K |
| 28 | 34482 | Ocala | 65 | C | 41 (4 health) | $248K |
| 29 | 32192 | Sparr | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 30 | 32634 | Fairfield | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 31 | 32664 | Mc Intosh | 63 | C | 0 | $400K |
| 32 | 32710 | Clarcona | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 33 | 34471 | Ocala | 60 | C | 41 (4 health) | $292K |
| 34 | 32134 | Fort Mc Coy | 55 | C | 0 | $146K |
| 35 | 32111 | Candler | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 36 | 32654 | Island Grove | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 37 | 32681 | Orange Lake | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Marion County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Marion County, Florida
Overview
Marion County in Florida covers 37 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).
27 of 37 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 62 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.