Pike County, Illinois
15 ZIP codes · Avg score 61/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Safe water is the norm for most of Pike County's 15 ZIP codes — but a notable subset have documented violations that push the grade to the middle tier.
How Pike County Compares
How Pike County Compares
Pike County scores 0 points above the Illinois state average (61/100) and 7 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Pike County, Illinois
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15 (asthma 10.6%, diabetes 13.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,597, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.456% avg pipe failure probability, 93% of ZIPs at high risk
78.3% 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: $1,597
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
7,465 housing units in Pike 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 Pike 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 Pike 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 Pike County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pearl | 166 | 29 |
| 2 | Kampsville | 335 | 28 |
| 3 | New Piasa Chautauqua Public Water System | 335 | 28 |
| 4 | Nebo | 280 | 28 |
| 5 | Pleasant Hill | 1,004 | 7 |
16 total water systems serve Pike County.
All ZIP Codes in Pike County
15 ZIP codes tracked in Pike County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62345 | Kinderhook | 70 | B | 0 | $69K |
| 2 | 62352 | Milton | 68 | C | 1 | $74K |
| 3 | 62366 | Pleasant Hill | 67 | C | 7 | $84K |
| 4 | 62362 | Perry | 66 | C | 0 | $83K |
| 5 | 62314 | Baylis | 65 | C | 0 | $150K |
| 6 | 62356 | New Canton | 65 | C | 0 | $78K |
| 7 | 62361 | Pearl | 65 | C | 1 | $83K |
| 8 | 62312 | Barry | 64 | C | 3 | $96K |
| 9 | 62355 | Nebo | 63 | C | 28 (1 health) | $102K |
| 10 | 62363 | Pittsfield | 63 | C | 1 | $119K |
| 11 | 62340 | Griggsville | 60 | C | 4 | $93K |
| 12 | 62343 | Hull | 60 | C | 0 | $97K |
| 13 | 62323 | Chambersburg | 53 | D | 0 | $131K |
| 14 | 62370 | Rockport | 53 | D | 0 | $92K |
| 15 | 62357 | New Salem | 40 | D | 0 | $132K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Pike County
Federal and certification sources drive the ordering: EPA monitoring data, NSF certifications, FEMA flood maps, and CDC lead guidance — guides surface only when county data warrants them.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 78.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Pike County, Illinois
Overview
Pike County in Illinois covers 15 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (61/100).
7 of 15 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.