COUNTY REPORT IL

Logan County, Illinois

14 ZIP codes · Avg score 52/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03

Of 14 ZIP codes in Logan County, a meaningful portion have recorded health-based violations in recent monitoring periods — placing the county in the lower tier for water safety.

How Logan County Compares

Logan County52/100
Illinois avg61/100
National avg68/100

How Logan County Compares

D
County Grade
52/100
Avg Safety Score
14
ZIP Codes
12
Water Systems

Logan County scores 9 points below the Illinois state average (61/100) and 16 points below the national average (68/100).

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

D
County Grade
52
Avg Safety Score
14
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 62671 (70/100)
Lowest ZIP: 62666 (28/100)
$118K
Median Home Value
$2,109
Avg Remediation (179% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Logan County, Illinois

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13.6 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 11.6%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,118, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.476% avg pipe failure probability, 93% of ZIPs at high risk

84.6% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2024)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across Logan County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2021
2 (2 health)
2024
5 (5 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 5 violations. Past 5 years: 7 total (7 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.6% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 38.5% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1951
Median Build Year
84.6%
Pre-1978 Housing
48%
Pipe Failure Probability
93%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
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: $1,118

Energy Code Gap $579/yr
Water / Lead $396/yr
Flood $143/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

11,848 housing units in Logan County

Pre-1940 27%
1940–1959 19%
1960–1979 32%
1980–1999 15%
2000+ 7%

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 Logan County

$118K
Median Home Value
$2,109
Est. Remediation Cost
1.8%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Logan 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 Logan County residents

Asthma 10.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.6% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 38.5% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Logan County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 ELKHART 565 7
2 Latham 380 4
3 Atlanta 1,692 3
4 Middletown 434 3
5 BEASON CHESTNUT PWD 435 1

12 total water systems serve Logan County.

All ZIP Codes in Logan County

14 ZIP codes tracked in Logan County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 62671 New Holland 70 B 1 $109K
2 62635 Emden 66 C 0 $126K
3 62643 Hartsburg 66 C 0 $99K
4 61723 Atlanta 65 C 3 (1 health) $148K
5 62656 Lincoln 59 C 1 (1 health) $129K
6 62634 Elkhart 57 C 7 (1 health) $139K
7 62518 Chestnut 55 C 1 $138K
8 62543 Latham 54 D 4 $86K
9 61751 Lawndale 53 D 0 $59K
10 62512 Beason 40 D 0 $114K
11 62519 Cornland 40 D 0
12 62541 Lake Fork 40 D 0
13 62548 Mount Pulaski 40 D 0 $122K
14 62666 Middletown 28 F 3 (1 health) $112K

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Overview

Logan County in Illinois covers 14 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (52/100).

7 of 14 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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What You Can Do

Logan 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

84.6% 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 Logan County?
Logan County receives a grade of D. 4 of 14 ZIP codes have health-based violations. Independent water testing is recommended.
How many water systems serve Logan County?
Logan County is served by 12 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 14 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Logan County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Logan County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,118 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Logan County?
The median home build year in Logan County is 1951. 84.6% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Logan County compare to Illinois?
Logan County has an average water safety score of 52/100, which is below the Illinois state average of 61/100.

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