Union County, Illinois
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 70/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Across all 7 ZIP codes in Union County, tap water consistently meets or exceeds federal safety standards.
How Union County Compares
How Union County Compares
Union County scores 9 points above the Illinois state average (61/100) and 2 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Union County, Illinois
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.5 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 14.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,089, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.415% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk
62.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Union County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 7 violations. Past 5 years: 14 total (14 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
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: $1,089
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
7,567 housing units in Union 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 Union County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Union 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 Union 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 Union County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anna | 4,910 | 11 |
| 2 | Cobden | 1,267 | 9 |
| 3 | Choate Mhc | 300 | 9 |
| 4 | Dongola | 752 | 3 |
| 5 | Jonesboro | 1,799 | 2 |
9 total water systems serve Union County.
All ZIP Codes in Union County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Union County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62905 | Alto Pass | 83 | B | 0 | $115K |
| 2 | 62920 | Cobden | 83 | B | 0 | $154K |
| 3 | 62926 | Dongola | 74 | B | 3 | $105K |
| 4 | 62998 | Wolf Lake | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 5 | 62906 | Anna | 72 | B | 9 (5 health) | $138K |
| 6 | 62952 | Jonesboro | 53 | D | 2 (1 health) | $124K |
| 7 | 62973 | Perks | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Union 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 — 62.8% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- 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 Union County, Illinois
Overview
Union County in Illinois covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (70/100).
3 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 6 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.