White County, Illinois
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 71/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Spanning 8 ZIP codes, White County posts strong drinking water compliance — most systems have never triggered a health-based notice.
How White County Compares
How White County Compares
White County scores 10 points above the Illinois state average (61/100) and 3 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: White County, Illinois
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.7 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 14.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,021, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.414% avg pipe failure probability, 75% of ZIPs at high risk
73.4% 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: $1,021
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,312 housing units in White 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 White County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in White 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 White 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 White County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norris City | 2,155 | 4 |
| 2 | Gallatin-white Water District | 1,196 | 4 |
| 3 | MILL SHOALS | 224 | 2 |
| 4 | Enfield | 1,064 | 2 |
| 5 | Burnt Prairie | 486 | 1 |
8 total water systems serve White County.
All ZIP Codes in White County
8 ZIP codes tracked in White County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62862 | Mill Shoals | 81 | B | 2 | $72K |
| 2 | 62869 | Norris City | 78 | B | 4 | $105K |
| 3 | 62827 | Crossville | 75 | B | 0 | $80K |
| 4 | 62835 | Enfield | 74 | B | 2 | $103K |
| 5 | 62821 | Carmi | 73 | B | 0 | $108K |
| 6 | 62820 | Burnt Prairie | 70 | B | 1 | — |
| 7 | 62861 | Maunie | 63 | C | 0 | $37K |
| 8 | 62809 | Barnhill | 53 | D | 0 | $113K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for White County
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- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 73.4% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for White County, Illinois
Overview
White County in Illinois covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (71/100).
4 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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)
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