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Johnson County, Indiana

7 ZIP codes · Avg score 58/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Tracking 7 ZIP codes in Johnson County reveals a mixed picture — tap water quality varies meaningfully by location.

How Johnson County Compares

Johnson County58/100
Indiana avg60/100
National avg68/100

How Johnson County Compares

C
County Grade
58/100
Avg Safety Score
7
ZIP Codes
16
Water Systems

Johnson County scores 2 points below the Indiana state average (60/100) and 10 points below the national average (68/100).

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

C
County Grade
58
Avg Safety Score
7
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 46184 (68/100)
Lowest ZIP: 46162 (53/100)
$266K
Median Home Value
$3,271
Avg Remediation (123% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Johnson 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: 13.5 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 12.2%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,553, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.314% avg pipe failure probability, 14% of ZIPs at high risk

46.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.9% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.2% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39.1% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1992
Median Build Year
46.7%
Pre-1978 Housing
31%
Pipe Failure Probability
14%
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: $1,553

Flood $1,343/yr
Energy Code Gap $167/yr
Water / Lead $43/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

62,252 housing units in Johnson County

Pre-1940 6%
1940–1959 8%
1960–1979 20%
1980–1999 34%
2000+ 31%

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 Johnson County

$266K
Median Home Value
$3,271
Est. Remediation Cost
1.2%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.9% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.2% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39.1% (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 Johnson County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Indiana American Water - Johnson County 86,813 34
2 Bargersville Water Department 34,418 32
3 CITIZENS WATER - INDIANAPOLIS 880,345 22
4 Indiana American Water - Northwest 210,510 22
5 Indiana American Water - S. Indiana 104,445 22

16 total water systems serve Johnson County.

All ZIP Codes in Johnson County

7 ZIP codes tracked in Johnson County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 46184 Whiteland 68 C 2 $205K
2 46106 Bargersville 65 C 5 $431K
3 46124 Edinburgh 59 C 2 $184K
4 46131 Franklin 54 D 3 $228K
5 46142 Greenwood 54 D 11 (3 health) $266K
6 46143 Greenwood 54 D 11 (3 health) $295K
7 46162 Needham 53 D 0 $717K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Johnson County

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Overview

Johnson County in Indiana covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (58/100).

6 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 6 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Johnson County?
Johnson 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 Johnson County?
Johnson County is served by 16 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 7 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Johnson County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Johnson County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,553 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Johnson County?
The median home build year in Johnson County is 1992. 46.7% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Johnson County compare to Indiana?
Johnson County has an average water safety score of 58/100, which is below the Indiana state average of 60/100.

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