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Crawford County, Indiana

12 ZIP codes · Avg score 63/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Water systems across Crawford County's 12 ZIP codes produce average compliance results overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes ZIP-level lookup the most useful tool for residents here.

How Crawford County Compares

Crawford County63/100
Indiana avg60/100
National avg68/100

How Crawford County Compares

C
County Grade
63/100
Avg Safety Score
12
ZIP Codes
6
Water Systems

Crawford County scores 3 points above the Indiana state average (60/100) and 5 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
63
Avg Safety Score
12
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 47123 (82/100)
Lowest ZIP: 47175 (45/100)
$122K
Median Home Value
$1,763
Avg Remediation (144% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Crawford County, Indiana

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 16.8 (asthma 11.6%, diabetes 16.3%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $805, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.343% avg pipe failure probability, 8% of ZIPs at high risk

52.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2024–2025)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across Crawford County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2024
9 (9 health)
2025
6 (6 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 9 violations. Past 5 years: 15 total (15 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.6% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.3% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41.8% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1983
Median Build Year
52.2%
Pre-1978 Housing
34%
Pipe Failure Probability
8%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Moderate
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $805

Flood $433/yr
Energy Code Gap $218/yr
Water / Lead $154/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

6,715 housing units in Crawford County

Pre-1940 13%
1940–1959 8%
1960–1979 22%
1980–1999 38%
2000+ 20%

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 Crawford County

$122K
Median Home Value
$1,763
Est. Remediation Cost
1.4%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Crawford 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 Crawford County residents

Asthma 11.6% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.3% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41.8% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Crawford County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 PATOKA WATER COMPANY, INC. 1,038 15
2 Grantsburg Rural Water Company 250 12
3 English Water Works 886 6
4 Crawford County Water Company, Inc. 2,678 2
5 Leavenworth Water Company 233 1

6 total water systems serve Crawford County.

All ZIP Codes in Crawford County

12 ZIP codes tracked in Crawford County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 47123 Grantsburg 82 B 12 (1 health)
2 47137 Leavenworth 78 B 1 $116K
3 47145 Milltown 77 B 1 (1 health) $122K
4 47140 Marengo 70 B 0 $125K
5 47174 Sulphur 63 C 0
6 47514 Branchville 63 C 0 $253K
7 47515 Bristow 63 C 0 $198K
8 47118 English 59 C 6 $118K
9 47116 Eckerty 53 D 0 $115K
10 47576 Saint Croix 53 D 0 $138K
11 47580 Schnellville 53 D 0
12 47175 Taswell 45 D 9 (1 health) $115K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Crawford 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.

Overview

Crawford County in Indiana covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (63/100).

5 of 12 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 3 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Crawford County?
Crawford County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Crawford County?
Crawford County is served by 6 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 12 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Crawford County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Crawford County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $805 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Crawford County?
The median home build year in Crawford County is 1983. 52.2% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Crawford County compare to Indiana?
Crawford County has an average water safety score of 63/100, which is above the Indiana state average of 60/100.

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