Newton County, Indiana
12 ZIP codes · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike top-rated counties, Newton County's 12 ZIP codes carry a fair number of documented violations — chlorine compliance and disinfection byproduct limits are the categories most often cited in recent data.
How Newton County Compares
How Newton County Compares
Newton County scores 9 points above the Indiana state average (60/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Newton County, Indiana
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.4 (asthma 11.2%, diabetes 14.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,318, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.417% avg pipe failure probability, 58% of ZIPs at high risk
75% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Newton County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 8 total (8 health-based).
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: $1,318
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
11,220 housing units in Newton 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 Newton County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Newton 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 Newton 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 Newton County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ten Oaks Mhp | 270 | 10 |
| 2 | Northwest Jasper Regional Water District | 4,054 | 8 |
| 3 | Cuii - Water Service Company | 654 | 8 |
| 4 | Cuii - Twin Lakes | 8,000 | 8 |
| 5 | Remington Water Works | 1,182 | 7 |
14 total water systems serve Newton County.
All ZIP Codes in Newton County
12 ZIP codes tracked in Newton County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47951 | Kentland | 80 | B | 4 | $102K |
| 2 | 46372 | Roselawn | 79 | B | 3 | — |
| 3 | 46381 | Thayer | 79 | B | 3 | $151K |
| 4 | 47922 | Brook | 78 | B | 1 | $106K |
| 5 | 47963 | Morocco | 77 | B | 7 | $158K |
| 6 | 47948 | Goodland | 76 | B | 6 | $99K |
| 7 | 46349 | Lake Village | 74 | B | 10 (1 health) | $198K |
| 8 | 46310 | Demotte | 70 | B | 8 | $214K |
| 9 | 46377 | Shelby | 55 | C | 0 | — |
| 10 | 46379 | Sumava Resorts | 55 | C | 0 | $156K |
| 11 | 47943 | Fair Oaks | 53 | D | 0 | $340K |
| 12 | 47964 | Mount Ayr | 53 | D | 0 | $89K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Newton 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.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 75% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Newton County, Indiana
Overview
Newton County in Indiana covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).
8 of 12 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.