Owen County, Indiana
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Owen County, safety data across 6 ZIP codes suggests a fair but uneven system — violations are present and worth checking at the ZIP level.
How Owen County Compares
How Owen County Compares
Owen County scores 6 points above the Indiana state average (60/100) and 2 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Owen County, Indiana
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.7 (asthma 11.3%, diabetes 13.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,127, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.382% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk
65.8% 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: $1,127
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
9,212 housing units in Owen 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 Owen County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Owen 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 Owen 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 Owen County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CATARACT LAKE WATER CORPORATION | 3,215 | 6 |
| 2 | BBP WATER COMPANY | 9,903 | 6 |
| 3 | City of Bloomington Utilities | 83,000 | 6 |
| 4 | Ellettsville Water Works | 14,500 | 6 |
| 5 | Washington Twp Water Authority | 3,825 | 2 |
6 total water systems serve Owen County.
All ZIP Codes in Owen County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Owen County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47868 | Poland | 82 | B | 2 | $152K |
| 2 | 47433 | Gosport | 77 | B | 2 | $158K |
| 3 | 47460 | Spencer | 70 | B | 4 | $178K |
| 4 | 47464 | Stinesville | 63 | C | 0 | $120K |
| 5 | 46125 | Eminence | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 6 | 47431 | Freedom | 53 | D | 0 | $136K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Owen County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 65.8% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Owen County, Indiana
Overview
Owen County in Indiana covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).
3 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.