Fulton County, Illinois
19 ZIP codes · Avg score 56/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Fulton County's 19 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 Fulton County Compares
How Fulton County Compares
Fulton County scores 5 points below the Illinois state average (61/100) and 12 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Fulton County, Illinois
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.7 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 13%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,224, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.486% avg pipe failure probability, 89% of ZIPs at high risk
83.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Fulton County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2021 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 19 total (19 health-based).
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: $1,224
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
16,237 housing units in Fulton 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 Fulton County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
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 Fulton 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 Fulton County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vermont | 738 | 15 |
| 2 | Bryant | 267 | 10 |
| 3 | Fairview | 588 | 8 |
| 4 | Cuba | 1,184 | 7 |
| 5 | Wee-ma-tuk Water District | 863 | 7 |
19 total water systems serve Fulton County.
All ZIP Codes in Fulton County
19 ZIP codes tracked in Fulton County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 61415 | Avon | 70 | B | 1 | $103K |
| 2 | 61477 | Smithfield | 70 | B | 0 | $109K |
| 3 | 61531 | Farmington | 67 | C | 3 | $113K |
| 4 | 61459 | Marietta | 66 | C | 0 | $80K |
| 5 | 61501 | Astoria | 64 | C | 2 | $68K |
| 6 | 61544 | London Mills | 64 | C | 2 | $96K |
| 7 | 61519 | Bryant | 63 | C | 3 | $113K |
| 8 | 61520 | Canton | 61 | C | 5 | $116K |
| 9 | 61542 | Lewistown | 61 | C | 1 (1 health) | $115K |
| 10 | 61427 | Cuba | 60 | C | 7 | $106K |
| 11 | 61482 | Table Grove | 60 | C | 7 (5 health) | $74K |
| 12 | 61441 | Ipava | 59 | C | 0 | $103K |
| 13 | 61432 | Fairview | 55 | C | 1 | $90K |
| 14 | 61553 | Norris | 55 | C | 0 | $69K |
| 15 | 61563 | Saint David | 53 | D | 0 | $60K |
| 16 | 61431 | Ellisville | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 17 | 61433 | Fiatt | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 18 | 61524 | Dunfermline | 40 | D | 0 | $117K |
| 19 | 61484 | Vermont | 13 | F | 15 (10 health) | $60K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Fulton 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 — 83.5% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Fulton County, Illinois
Overview
Fulton County in Illinois covers 19 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (56/100).
11 of 19 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 16 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.