Vigo County, Indiana
17 ZIP codes · Avg score 73/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Vigo: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
In recent assessments, Vigo County's 17 ZIP codes record strong, consistent water safety outcomes.
How Vigo County Compares
How Vigo County Compares
Vigo County scores 13 points above the Indiana state average (60/100) and 5 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Vigo 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 11.6%, diabetes 13.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,016, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.439% avg pipe failure probability, 88% of ZIPs at high risk
Violation History (2022–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Vigo County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 21 violations. Past 5 years: 22 total (22 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: $1,016
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Vigo County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Vigo 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 Vigo County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Vigo County
8 community water systems serving Vigo County.
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Show all 8 water systems
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15 total water systems serve Vigo County.
Systems with the most violations in Vigo County
4 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Vigo County
17 ZIP codes tracked in Vigo County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47878 | Seelyville | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 2 | 47866 | Pimento | 81 | B | 1 | $178K |
| 3 | 47807 | Terre Haute | 78 | B | 9 (2 health) | $58K |
| 4 | 47808 | Terre Haute | 78 | B | 9 (2 health) | — |
| 5 | 47801 | Terre Haute | 77 | B | 9 (2 health) | — |
| 6 | 47809 | Terre Haute | 77 | B | 9 (2 health) | — |
| 7 | 47811 | Terre Haute | 77 | B | 9 (2 health) | — |
| 8 | 47812 | Terre Haute | 77 | B | 9 (2 health) | — |
| 9 | 47850 | Farmersburg | 77 | B | 6 | $97K |
| 10 | 47803 | Terre Haute | 73 | B | 9 (2 health) | $147K |
| 11 | 47804 | Terre Haute | 73 | B | 9 (2 health) | $88K |
| 12 | 47805 | Terre Haute | 73 | B | 9 (2 health) | $152K |
| 13 | 47863 | New Goshen | 67 | C | 4 | — |
| 14 | 47885 | West Terre Haute | 65 | C | 11 (1 health) | $155K |
| 15 | 47802 | Terre Haute | 63 | C | 9 (2 health) | $166K |
| 16 | 47858 | Lewis | 63 | C | 0 | $133K |
| 17 | 47876 | Saint Mary Of The Woods | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Vigo County
Retailer arrangements don't shape what appears here - the selection logic is independent, filtered against EPA detections and the federal hazard data on file for this county.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- 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 Vigo County, Indiana
Overview
Vigo County in Indiana covers 17 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (73/100).
14 of 17 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 21 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.