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Hendricks County, Indiana

11 ZIP codes · Avg score 57/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Current EPA records place Hendricks County in the middle tier for drinking water safety, with 11 ZIP codes showing a range of outcomes.

How Hendricks County Compares

Hendricks County57/100
Indiana avg60/100
National avg68/100

How Hendricks County Compares

C
County Grade
57/100
Avg Safety Score
11
ZIP Codes
17
Water Systems

Hendricks County scores 3 points below the Indiana state average (60/100) and 11 points below the national average (68/100).

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

C
County Grade
57
Avg Safety Score
11
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 46112 (70/100)
Lowest ZIP: 46180 (40/100)
$271K
Median Home Value
$2,445
Avg Remediation (90% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Hendricks 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: 12.4 (asthma 10.7%, diabetes 11.1%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $795, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.357% avg pipe failure probability, 36% of ZIPs at high risk

52.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2021
1 (1 health)
2022
1 (1 health)
2024
3 (3 health)
2025
3 (3 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 3 violations. Past 5 years: 8 total (8 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

Asthma 10.7% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.1% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 36.4% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1988
Median Build Year
52.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
36%
Pipe Failure Probability
36%
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: $795

Flood $382/yr
Energy Code Gap $213/yr
Water / Lead $200/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

70,056 housing units in Hendricks County

Pre-1940 5%
1940–1959 8%
1960–1979 19%
1980–1999 29%
2000+ 40%

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 Hendricks County

$271K
Median Home Value
$2,445
Est. Remediation Cost
0.9%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.7% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.1% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 36.4% (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 Hendricks County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 CITIZENS WATER - INDIANAPOLIS 880,345 67
2 District 39 Apartments 36 40
3 STI-BEL MOBILE HOME PARK 40 28
4 Brownsburg Water Works 23,750 27
5 Citizens Water of Westfield, Llc 61,493 26

17 total water systems serve Hendricks County.

All ZIP Codes in Hendricks County

11 ZIP codes tracked in Hendricks County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 46112 Brownsburg 70 B 0 $296K
2 46167 Pittsboro 68 C 0 $293K
3 46122 Danville 67 C 1 $277K
4 46149 Lizton 65 C 7 (1 health) $242K
5 46118 Clayton 59 C 28 (1 health) $248K
6 46168 Plainfield 56 C 12 $271K
7 46165 North Salem 55 C 0 $302K
8 46123 Avon 53 D 0 $293K
9 46234 Indianapolis 51 D 26 (5 health) $226K
10 46103 Amo 40 D 0 $149K
11 46180 Stilesville 40 D 0 $174K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Hendricks County

While many sites publish identical guide lists across every county they cover, the selection here changes by location — driven by the EPA, NSF, FEMA, and CDC datasets that describe the actual conditions documented for this jurisdiction in the federal record.

Overview

Hendricks County in Indiana covers 11 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (57/100).

5 of 11 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 7 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Hendricks County?
Hendricks 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 Hendricks County?
Hendricks County is served by 17 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 11 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Hendricks County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Hendricks County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $795 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Hendricks County?
The median home build year in Hendricks County is 1988. 52.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Hendricks County compare to Indiana?
Hendricks County has an average water safety score of 57/100, which is below the Indiana state average of 60/100.

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