Pulaski County, Illinois
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Pulaski: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Within Pulaski County's 9 tracked ZIP codes, safety indicators remain above the national average with few health-based violations on record.
How Pulaski County Compares
How Pulaski County Compares
Pulaski County scores 18 points above the Illinois state average (61/100) and 11 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Pulaski County, Illinois
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 17 (asthma 11.5%, diabetes 17.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,138, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.448% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
72.1% 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: $1,138
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,110 housing units in Pulaski 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 Pulaski County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Pulaski 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 Pulaski County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Pulaski County
7 community water systems serving Pulaski County.
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Systems with the most violations in Pulaski County
5 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Pulaski County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Pulaski County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62992 | Ullin | 93 | A | 2 | $84K |
| 2 | 62976 | Pulaski | 91 | A | 4 (1 health) | $88K |
| 3 | 62956 | Karnak | 85 | A | 2 | $108K |
| 4 | 62964 | Mounds | 85 | A | 11 | $95K |
| 5 | 62963 | Mound City | 82 | B | 0 | $34K |
| 6 | 62961 | Millcreek | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 7 | 62996 | Villa Ridge | 73 | B | 0 | $83K |
| 8 | 62941 | Grand Chain | 66 | C | 0 | $115K |
| 9 | 62970 | Olmsted | 64 | C | 2 | $165K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Pulaski 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 Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 72.1% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Pulaski County, Illinois
Overview
Pulaski County in Illinois covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).
5 of 9 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.