Vermilion County, Illinois
23 ZIP codes · Avg score 57/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to top-scoring counties, Vermilion County's 23 ZIP codes land in the middle tier — some meet standards cleanly, others carry documented violations, and the gap between the best and worst areas is wider than average.
How Vermilion County Compares
How Vermilion County Compares
Vermilion County scores 4 points below the Illinois state average (61/100) and 11 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Vermilion County, Illinois
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.6 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 14.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,255, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.452% avg pipe failure probability, 83% of ZIPs at high risk
78.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Vermilion County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 7 violations. Past 5 years: 10 total (10 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: $1,255
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
33,967 housing units in Vermilion 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 Vermilion 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 Vermilion 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 Vermilion County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aqua Illinois-vermilion County | 30,106 | 20 |
| 2 | Georgetown | 4,200 | 17 |
| 3 | Westville | 3,917 | 13 |
| 4 | De Land | 446 | 12 |
| 5 | Loda | 398 | 12 |
28 total water systems serve Vermilion County.
All ZIP Codes in Vermilion County
23 ZIP codes tracked in Vermilion County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 60942 | Hoopeston | 70 | B | 0 | $70K |
| 2 | 61810 | Allerton | 70 | B | 1 | $107K |
| 3 | 61850 | Indianola | 66 | C | 0 | $71K |
| 4 | 61844 | Fithian | 65 | C | 3 | $152K |
| 5 | 61858 | Oakwood | 65 | C | 1 | $124K |
| 6 | 61876 | Sidell | 64 | C | 1 | $75K |
| 7 | 61832 | Danville | 63 | C | 1 | $78K |
| 8 | 61834 | Danville | 63 | C | 1 | $162K |
| 9 | 61841 | Fairmount | 62 | C | 1 | $128K |
| 10 | 61846 | Georgetown | 62 | C | 5 | $78K |
| 11 | 61851 | Ivesdale | 62 | C | 0 | $137K |
| 12 | 60932 | East Lynn | 61 | C | 9 (1 health) | $589K |
| 13 | 61883 | Westville | 60 | C | 12 (2 health) | $97K |
| 14 | 61811 | Alvin | 58 | C | 5 (1 health) | $123K |
| 15 | 61865 | Potomac | 58 | C | 9 (1 health) | $102K |
| 16 | 61814 | Bismarck | 55 | C | 1 | $112K |
| 17 | 61833 | Tilton | 53 | D | 0 | $70K |
| 18 | 61848 | Henning | 53 | D | 0 | $77K |
| 19 | 60960 | Rankin | 50 | D | 2 (1 health) | $66K |
| 20 | 61817 | Catlin | 47 | D | 5 | $127K |
| 21 | 61831 | Collison | 40 | D | 0 | $172K |
| 22 | 61857 | Muncie | 40 | D | 0 | $77K |
| 23 | 61870 | Ridge Farm | 32 | F | 6 (1 health) | $78K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Vermilion County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 78.3% 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 Vermilion County, Illinois
Overview
Vermilion County in Illinois covers 23 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (57/100).
16 of 23 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 7 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.