Steuben County, Indiana
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 61/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Steuben County, safety data across 6 ZIP codes suggests a fair but uneven system — violations are present and worth checking at the ZIP level.
How Steuben County Compares
How Steuben County Compares
Steuben County scores 1 points above the Indiana state average (60/100) and 7 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Steuben County, Indiana
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.2 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 13.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,337, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.418% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
63.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Steuben County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 5 total (5 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
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: $1,337
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
19,094 housing units in Steuben 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 Steuben County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Steuben 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 Steuben 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 Steuben County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Angola Water Department | 9,340 | 14 |
| 2 | Silver Lake Rv & Mobile Home Estates | 272 | 14 |
| 3 | Holiday Woods Recreational Park | 200 | 14 |
| 4 | Caps Mobile Home Park | 182 | 14 |
| 5 | Jimmerson Shores Company-op | 120 | 14 |
14 total water systems serve Steuben County.
All ZIP Codes in Steuben County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Steuben County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46776 | Orland | 69 | C | 3 | $188K |
| 2 | 46737 | Fremont | 68 | C | 10 (2 health) | $187K |
| 3 | 46705 | Ashley | 66 | C | 0 | $144K |
| 4 | 46742 | Hamilton | 65 | C | 11 (2 health) | $253K |
| 5 | 46703 | Angola | 55 | C | 14 (3 health) | $222K |
| 6 | 46779 | Pleasant Lake | 45 | D | 0 | $184K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Steuben County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 63.2% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- 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 Steuben County, Indiana
Overview
Steuben County in Indiana covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (61/100).
4 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 7 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.