Rush County, Indiana
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 60/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Monitoring figures for Rush County indicate average water quality overall — some ZIP codes among the 4 tracked have recorded health-based violations, while others operate cleanly, making individual ZIP-level data the most actionable reference point.
How Rush County Compares
How Rush County Compares
Rush County scores 0 points above the Indiana state average (60/100) and 8 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.3 (asthma 11.6%, diabetes 14.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $863, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.465% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
77.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2024–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Rush County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 1 violation. Past 5 years: 2 total (2 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: $863
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,404 housing units in Rush 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 Rush County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Rush 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 Rush County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 4 systems in Rush County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. Paul Municipal Water | 1,096 | 13 |
| 2 | Rushville City Utility | 6,800 | 6 |
| 3 | Anderson Township Regional Sewer District | 900 | 2 |
| 4 | Carthage Water Department | 1,000 | 1 |
All ZIP Codes in Rush County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Rush County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46115 | Carthage | 62 | C | 1 | $156K |
| 2 | 46173 | Rushville | 61 | C | 6 | $154K |
| 3 | 46104 | Arlington | 60 | C | 13 (2 health) | $176K |
| 4 | 46156 | Milroy | 58 | C | 2 | $129K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Rush County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 77.8% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Overview
Rush County in Indiana covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (60/100).
4 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations 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.