Fulton County, Indiana
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 55/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Tracking 7 ZIP codes in Fulton County reveals a mixed picture — tap water quality varies meaningfully by location.
How Fulton County Compares
How Fulton County Compares
Fulton County scores 5 points below the Indiana state average (60/100) and 13 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Fulton County, Indiana
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 11.4%, diabetes 14.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,446, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.412% avg pipe failure probability, 80% of ZIPs at high risk
71.8% 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: $1,446
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
12,485 housing units in Fulton 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 Fulton County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Fulton 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 Fulton 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 Fulton County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akron Water Department | 1,206 | 3 |
| 2 | Rochester Water Department | 6,218 | 3 |
| 3 | South Richland Conservancy District | 75 | 3 |
| 4 | Culver Water Department | 1,391 | 1 |
| 5 | Culver Educational Foundation | 1,940 | 1 |
7 total water systems serve Fulton County.
All ZIP Codes in Fulton County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Fulton County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46939 | Kewanna | 66 | C | 0 | $106K |
| 2 | 46511 | Culver | 65 | C | 1 | $219K |
| 3 | 46910 | Akron | 62 | C | 0 | $181K |
| 4 | 46975 | Rochester | 59 | C | 3 (1 health) | $151K |
| 5 | 46951 | Macy | 53 | D | 0 | $132K |
| 6 | 46912 | Athens | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 7 | 46935 | Grass Creek | 40 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Fulton 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 — 71.8% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- 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 Fulton County, Indiana
Overview
Fulton County in Indiana covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (55/100).
2 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.