Pulaski County, Indiana
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 77/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
The 3 water systems serving Pulaski County show strong compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How Pulaski County Compares
How Pulaski County Compares
Pulaski County scores 17 points above the Indiana state average (60/100) and 9 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.5 (asthma 11.2%, diabetes 14.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,837, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.423% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
66.7% 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: $1,837
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,801 housing units in Pulaski 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 Pulaski County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Pulaski 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 Pulaski 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 Pulaski County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Francesville Water Department | 969 | 6 |
| 2 | Medaryville Water Company | 614 | 5 |
| 3 | Winamac Municipal Utilities | 2,400 | 4 |
| 4 | Tall Oaks Mobile Home Park | 60 | 4 |
| 5 | Inwood Estates | 50 | 4 |
All ZIP Codes in Pulaski County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Pulaski County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47946 | Francesville | 82 | B | 6 (1 health) | $155K |
| 2 | 47957 | Medaryville | 78 | B | 5 | $132K |
| 3 | 46996 | Winamac | 71 | B | 4 | $139K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Pulaski 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 — 66.7% 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
Overview
Pulaski County in Indiana covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (77/100).
3 of 3 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.