COUNTY REPORT ID

Camas County, Idaho

3 ZIP codes · Avg score 47/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03

Compared to state averages, Camas County scores below the baseline — health violations appear more frequently than the norm across its 3 ZIP codes.

How Camas County Compares

Camas County47/100
Idaho avg66/100
National avg68/100

How Camas County Compares

D
County Grade
47/100
Avg Safety Score
3
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems

Camas County scores 19 points below the Idaho state average (66/100) and 21 points below the national average (68/100).

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

D
County Grade
47
Avg Safety Score
3
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 83327 (61/100)
Lowest ZIP: 83337 (40/100)
$247K
Median Home Value
$1,300
Avg Remediation (53% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 11.8%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $850, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.367% avg pipe failure probability

59.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.5% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.8% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 29.7% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1979
Median Build Year
59.3%
Pre-1978 Housing
37%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
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: $850

Energy Code Gap $450/yr
Wildfire $300/yr
Water / Lead $100/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

637 housing units in Camas County

Pre-1940 17%
1940–1959 10%
1960–1979 18%
1980–1999 25%
2000+ 30%

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 Camas County

$247K
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 Camas 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 Camas County residents

Asthma 10.5% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.8% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 29.7% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

All ZIP Codes in Camas County

3 ZIP codes tracked in Camas County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 83327 Fairfield 61 C 4 (1 health) $247K
2 83322 Corral 40 D 0
3 83337 Hill City 40 D 0

Recommended Buyer Guides for Camas County

Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.

Overview

Camas County in Idaho covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (47/100).

1 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

What You Can Do

Camas County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.

1

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.

2

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

3

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.

4

Check for lead in your home

59.3% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Camas County?
Camas County receives a grade of D. 1 of 3 ZIP codes have health-based violations. Independent water testing is recommended.
How many water systems serve Camas County?
Camas County is served by 1 public water system that supplies drinking water to residents across 3 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Camas County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Camas County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $850 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Camas County?
The median home build year in Camas County is 1979. 59.3% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Camas County compare to Idaho?
Camas County has an average water safety score of 47/100, which is below the Idaho state average of 66/100.

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