Christian County, Illinois
13 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
The systems supplying Christian County's 13 ZIP codes vary in performance — most meet minimum standards, but violations in select areas are on record.
How Christian County Compares
How Christian County Compares
Christian County scores 7 points above the Illinois state average (61/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Christian County, Illinois
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.1 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 12.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,009, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.478% avg pipe failure probability, 92% of ZIPs at high risk
78.1% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Christian County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 7 violations. Past 5 years: 14 total (14 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: $1,009
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
15,316 housing units in Christian 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 Christian County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Christian 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 Christian 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 Christian County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ej Water Cooperative | 29,720 | 25 |
| 2 | Edinburg | 1,068 | 16 |
| 3 | TAYLORVILLE | 12,806 | 11 |
| 4 | Taylorville Correctional Center | 1,300 | 11 |
| 5 | Jeisyville | 102 | 11 |
15 total water systems serve Christian County.
All ZIP Codes in Christian County
13 ZIP codes tracked in Christian County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62556 | Palmer | 83 | B | 0 | $84K |
| 2 | 62567 | Stonington | 83 | B | 0 | $116K |
| 3 | 62570 | Tovey | 83 | B | 0 | $78K |
| 4 | 62557 | Pana | 81 | B | 2 | $94K |
| 5 | 62547 | Mount Auburn | 79 | B | 3 (1 health) | $90K |
| 6 | 62568 | Taylorville | 79 | B | 11 (1 health) | $120K |
| 7 | 62510 | Assumption | 65 | C | 9 (3 health) | $94K |
| 8 | 62531 | Edinburg | 62 | C | 16 (7 health) | $125K |
| 9 | 62540 | Kincaid | 56 | C | 1 | $79K |
| 10 | 62546 | Morrisonville | 56 | C | 3 | $121K |
| 11 | 62083 | Rosamond | 53 | D | 0 | $207K |
| 12 | 62517 | Bulpitt | 53 | D | 0 | $81K |
| 13 | 62555 | Owaneco | 53 | D | 0 | $144K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Christian County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 78.1% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Christian County, Illinois
Overview
Christian County in Illinois covers 13 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).
7 of 13 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 12 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.