Crawford County, Illinois
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Crawford County's 7 ZIP codes produce average compliance results overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes ZIP-level lookup the most useful tool for residents here.
How Crawford County Compares
How Crawford County Compares
Crawford 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: Crawford 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 10.4%, diabetes 12.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $994, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.424% avg pipe failure probability, 71% of ZIPs at high risk
71.7% 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: $994
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
8,590 housing units in Crawford 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 Crawford County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Crawford 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 Crawford 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 Crawford County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ej Water Cooperative | 29,720 | 11 |
| 2 | Eaton Pwd | 1,655 | 7 |
| 3 | Flat Rock | 325 | 4 |
| 4 | Oblong | 2,321 | 3 |
| 5 | ROBINSON-PALESTINE WATER COMMISSION | 11,331 | 3 |
7 total water systems serve Crawford County.
All ZIP Codes in Crawford County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Crawford County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62449 | Oblong | 83 | B | 0 | $100K |
| 2 | 62454 | Robinson | 75 | B | 3 | $126K |
| 3 | 62433 | Hutsonville | 68 | C | 1 | $102K |
| 4 | 62413 | Annapolis | 67 | C | 7 (1 health) | — |
| 5 | 62427 | Flat Rock | 66 | C | 4 | $105K |
| 6 | 62451 | Palestine | 63 | C | 0 | $86K |
| 7 | 62464 | Stoy | 53 | D | 0 | $102K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Crawford 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 Lead Paint Test Kits — 71.7% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Crawford County, Illinois
Overview
Crawford County in Illinois covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).
4 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.