Woodford County, Illinois
13 ZIP codes · Avg score 60/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Compared to top-scoring counties, Woodford County's 13 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 Woodford County Compares
How Woodford County Compares
Woodford County scores 1 points below the Illinois state average (61/100) and 8 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Woodford County, Illinois
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.8 (asthma 10.1%, diabetes 10.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,203, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.428% avg pipe failure probability, 62% of ZIPs at high risk
71.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Woodford County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 7 violations. Past 5 years: 16 total (16 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: $1,203
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
25,064 housing units in Woodford 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 Woodford County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Woodford 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 Woodford 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 Woodford County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mill Point Mhp | 200 | 33 |
| 2 | Eureka | 5,216 | 25 |
| 3 | Caterpillar Trail Pwd | 5,125 | 22 |
| 4 | El Paso | 2,812 | 22 |
| 5 | Secor | 351 | 22 |
30 total water systems serve Woodford County.
All ZIP Codes in Woodford County
13 ZIP codes tracked in Woodford County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 61738 | El Paso | 70 | B | 0 | $174K |
| 2 | 61760 | Minonk | 70 | B | 0 | $122K |
| 3 | 61545 | Lowpoint | 68 | C | 1 | $188K |
| 4 | 61561 | Roanoke | 68 | C | 1 | $150K |
| 5 | 61530 | Eureka | 67 | C | 3 | $167K |
| 6 | 61548 | Metamora | 66 | C | 8 (1 health) | $240K |
| 7 | 61742 | Goodfield | 66 | C | 0 | $243K |
| 8 | 61729 | Congerville | 63 | C | 7 | $243K |
| 9 | 61516 | Benson | 61 | C | 1 (1 health) | $123K |
| 10 | 61570 | Washburn | 58 | C | 5 | $110K |
| 11 | 61611 | East Peoria | 52 | D | 11 (1 health) | $163K |
| 12 | 61612 | Peoria | 37 | F | 8 (2 health) | — |
| 13 | 61771 | Secor | 33 | F | 22 (10 health) | $271K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Woodford County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 71.8% 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 Woodford County, Illinois
Overview
Woodford County in Illinois covers 13 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (60/100).
10 of 13 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 15 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.